Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch
GoodPosted for loadShawnee County, Kansas · 0.5N of Silver Lake · Structure no. 000890977504224
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Thomas Rd. 78 over Silver Lk. Drain. Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.