US Bridges

Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream

Fair

Morris County, Kansas · 0.8N 3.0E of Delevan · Structure no. 000640883204840

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 43 T.0-2280
CrossesUnnnamed Stream
Location0.8N 3.0E of Delevan
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMorris County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.66704, -96.75926
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2011)
Projected traffic20 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Local 43 T.0-2280 over Unnnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.