US Bridges

Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream

FairPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 1.3S of Gorham · Structure no. 000000000840560

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
230
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 230 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1457 176th Rd.
CrossesDry Stream
Location1.3S of Gorham
RouteCounty Highway 1457
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.85834, -99.02139
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating28.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic230 (2020)
Projected traffic250 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 Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream 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 Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream carry?

About 230 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1457 176th Rd. over Dry Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.