US Bridges

140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River

Good

Sheridan County, Kansas · 12.6S 14.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900210

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River is a concrete culvert carrying 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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Carries140 E (rs 895)
CrossesTrib. to Saline River
Location12.6S 14.0E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 895
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.175, -100.18267
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 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 traffic40 (2020)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 140 E (rs 895) over Trib. to Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.