K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage
FairOttawa County, Kansas · 6.47 MI E Lincoln Coln · Structure no. 999901800720121
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,007
- 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 Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,007 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,229 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage carry?
About 1,007 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.