US Bridges

400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary

Good

Ellis County, Kansas · 16.3N 2.0E of Walker · Structure no. 000000000260540

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary is a masonry culvert carrying 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries400th Av-Rs 515
CrossesSaline River Tributary
Location16.3N 2.0E of Walker
RouteCounty Highway 515
StateKansas
Coordinates39.11, -99.03806
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating56.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2020)
Projected traffic60 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 400th Av-Rs 515 over Saline River Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.