US Bridges

Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek

PoorPosted for load

Anderson County, Kansas · 0.9 N of VERMONT-1300 · Structure no. 000000000020039

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1939
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
41
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek in Anderson County, Kansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1939, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesVermont W.0-13.9
CrossesSaline Creek
Location0.9 N of VERMONT-1300
RouteCounty Highway 1681
CountyAnderson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.22579, -95.11246
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41 (2014)
Projected traffic40 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$420,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1939.

What condition is Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek carry?

About 41 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Vermont W.0-13.9 over Saline Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.