US Bridges

W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 5.0S 8.8W of Nickerson · Structure no. 000780721205660

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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.

It carries about 22 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW. 17th Ave.
CrossesSalt Creek
Location5.0S 8.8W of Nickerson
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates38.0718, -98.24975
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating31.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22 (2021)
Projected traffic25 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. 17th Ave. 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek carry?

About 22 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns W. 17th Ave. over Salt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.