US Bridges

110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River

Good

Sheridan County, Kansas · 8.4S 11.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900280

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River is a concrete culvert carrying 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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Carries110 E (rs 897)
CrossesN. Fork Saline River
Location8.4S 11.0E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 897
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.23636, -100.23822
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length53 ft (16.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2020)
Projected traffic60 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork 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 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River?

The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns 110 E (rs 897) over N. Fork Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.