US Bridges

K-14 over Salt Creek

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 2.6 M N K14/U50 JCT · Structure no. 999909600781101

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
226 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,406
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-14 over Salt Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-14 over Salt Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 3,406 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,498 by 2044. The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesK-14
CrossesSalt Creek
Location2.6 M N K14/U50 JCT
RouteState Highway 14
StateKansas
Coordinates38.04667, -97.98556
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.2 US tons
Inventory rating50.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length226 ft (69 m)
Longest span85 ft (26 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,406 (2023)
Projected traffic4,498 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 K-14 over Salt Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-14 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does K-14 over Salt Creek carry?

About 3,406 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is K-14 over Salt Creek?

The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-14 over Salt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.