US Bridges

175th Rd. over Salt Creek

FairPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 5.0N 1.0W of Gorham · Structure no. 000840637004428

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

175th Rd. over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 175th Rd. over Salt Creek in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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Carries175th Rd.
CrossesSalt Creek
Location5.0N 1.0W of Gorham
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.96039, -99.03917
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2020)
Projected traffic30 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 175th Rd. over Salt Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is 175th Rd. over Salt Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does 175th Rd. over Salt Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 175th Rd. over Salt Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 175th Rd. over Salt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.