US Bridges

Mellard Ln. over Saline River

FairPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 7.5S of Paradise · Structure no. 000840649204363

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
245 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mellard Ln. over Saline River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mellard Ln. over Saline River in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 6 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesMellard Ln.
CrossesSaline River
Location7.5S of Paradise
RouteCounty Highway 8430
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.01046, -98.92522
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 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 within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length245 ft (74.7 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2020)
Projected traffic30 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mellard Ln. over Saline River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mellard Ln. over Saline River 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 Mellard Ln. over Saline River carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Mellard Ln. over Saline River?

The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Mellard Ln. over Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.