18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek
GoodPosted for loadRawlins County, Kansas · 15.3S 2.5W of Atwood · Structure no. 000770419003563
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek in Rawlins County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns 18 Road over Middle Fork Sappa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.