US Bridges

Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream

Good

Russell County, Kansas · 8.5S 1.7W of Russell · Structure no. 000000000840490

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
175
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 175 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 185 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesWinterset Rs 1456
CrossesDry Stream
Location8.5S 1.7W of Russell
RouteCounty Highway 1456
StateKansas
Coordinates38.74044, -98.90402
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic175 (2020)
Projected traffic185 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 Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Winterset Rs 1456 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 Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream carry?

About 175 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Winterset Rs 1456 over Dry Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.