US Bridges

Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream

GoodPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 3.5S 1.2W of Luray · Structure no. 000000000840090

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
115
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesAmherst RD Rs 1896
CrossesDry Stream
Location3.5S 1.2W of Luray
RouteCounty Highway 47
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.06017, -98.71834
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115 (2020)
Projected traffic125 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream carry?

About 115 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Dry Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.