S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek
GoodPosted for loadOsage County, Kansas · 1.6S of Osage City · Structure no. 000700985004921
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek in Osage County, Kansas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is S Indian Hills 5 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S Indian Hills 5 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.