US Bridges

140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River

Fair

Sheridan County, Kansas · 10.5S 14.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900220

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River is a concrete culvert carrying 140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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Carries140 E (rs 895)
CrossesN. Fork Saline River
Location10.5S 14.0E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 895
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.205, -100.18267
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 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 closed5 mi (8 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 140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is 140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork 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 July 2024.

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

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns 140 E (rs 895) over N. Fork Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.