K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage
PoorLincoln County, Kansas · 0.99 MI E K252 · Structure no. 999901800530271
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,083
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage in Lincoln County, Kansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 96 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.
It carries about 1,083 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,105 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 45 ft wide.
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage carry?
About 1,083 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.