H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River
FairOttawa County, Kansas · 1.5S 4.5E of Tescott · Structure no. 000720771504400
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2001 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River is a concrete culvert carrying H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2001 count).
How long is H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns H.5-23 Minor over Trib. to Saline River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.