US Bridges

Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River

FairPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 5.5S of Bunker Hill · Structure no. 000000000840310

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
160
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesLincoln LN Rs 590
CrossesTrib to Smoky Hill River
Location5.5S of Bunker Hill
RouteCounty Highway 590
StateKansas
Coordinates38.79046, -98.69891
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.1 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160 (2020)
Projected traffic170 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River built?

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

What condition is Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Lincoln LN Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.