US Bridges

Q-1.4 Minor over Stream

Poor

Ottawa County, Kansas · 7.0E 1.5N of Delphos · Structure no. 000720789003964

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2001 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Q-1.4 Minor over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Q-1.4 Minor over Stream in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesQ-1.4 Minor
CrossesStream
Location7.0E 1.5N of Delphos
RouteCounty Highway 7219
CountyOttawa County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.30015, -97.62999
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 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 traffic50 (2001)
Projected traffic55 by 2044
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 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 Q-1.4 Minor over Stream built?

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

What condition is Q-1.4 Minor over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Q-1.4 Minor over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is Q-1.4 Minor over Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Q-1.4 Minor over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.