Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek
GoodRepublic County, Kansas · 5.0S 1.9E of Belleville · Structure no. 000790791903340
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 121 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 96 by 2044. The structure is 121 ft (37 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minor Col S-18.9 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 Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 121 ft (37 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Minor Col S-18.9 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.