US Bridges

Lincoln Ln. Rs 590 over Trib to Smoky Hill River

GoodPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 5.5S 1.0E of Bunker Hill · Structure no. 000000000840320

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
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 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesLincoln Ln. Rs 590
CrossesTrib to Smoky Hill River
Location5.5S 1.0E of Bunker Hill
RouteCounty Highway 590
StateKansas
Coordinates38.79152, -98.66976
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.5 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 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 closed3.7 mi (6 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 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 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 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.