K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage
GoodLincoln County, Kansas · 2.69 MI E K252 · Structure no. 999901800530281
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 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 1953, so it is 72 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 1,083 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,105 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage 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 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 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.