Emmeram Road over Salt Creek
GoodEllis County, Kansas · 6.2N 1.7E of Walker · Structure no. 000260635704440
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Emmeram Road over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Emmeram Road over Salt Creek in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Emmeram Road over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Emmeram Road over Salt Creek 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 Emmeram Road over Salt Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Emmeram Road over Salt Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Emmeram Road over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.