US Bridges

70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River

Good

Sheridan County, Kansas · 6.5S 6.2E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900300

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
70
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River is a concrete culvert carrying 70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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Carries70 S (rs 1487)
CrossesN. Fork Saline River
Location6.5S 6.2E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 1487
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.26289, -100.32542
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic70 (2020)
Projected traffic80 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 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 70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is 70 S (rs 1487) 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 70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River carry?

About 70 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 70 S (rs 1487) over N. Fork Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.