K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage
GoodSaline County, Kansas · 1.92 MI N I70 · Structure no. 999914300851021
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,488
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage in Saline County, Kansas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 2,488 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,804 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is K143 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage carry?
About 2,488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns K143 HWY over Saline River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.