US Bridges

Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 0.5N 1.0W of New Almelo · Structure no. 000000000690210

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 838 (rd. W13)
CrossesStream
Location0.5N 1.0W of New Almelo
RouteCounty Highway 838
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.60449, -100.13416
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2020)
Projected traffic40 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 838 (rd. W13) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.