K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage
GoodRooks County, Kansas · 6.50MI W Jt U183 · Structure no. 999901800820281
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,067
- 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 Rooks County, Kansas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,067 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,156 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 53 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage carry?
About 1,067 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.