US Bridges

188th Rd. over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 0.75S of Waldo · Structure no. 000840663004227

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
69 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

188th Rd. over Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 188th Rd. over Stream in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries188th Rd.
CrossesStream
Location0.75S of Waldo
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.11236, -98.79847
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length69 ft (20.9 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 188th Rd. over Stream built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is 188th Rd. over 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 188th Rd. over Stream carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 188th Rd. over Stream?

The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 188th Rd. over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.