US Bridges

100 E over Saline River

PoorPosted for load

Sheridan County, Kansas · 14.3S 10.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000900507004168

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
209 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

100 E over Saline River is a concrete slab carrying 100 E over Saline River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 209 ft (63.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
Carries100 E
CrossesSaline River
Location14.3S 10.0E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.14889, -100.25722
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating16 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length209 ft (63.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2020)
Projected traffic30 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$360,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 100 E over Saline River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is 100 E over Saline River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does 100 E over Saline River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 100 E over Saline River?

The structure is 209 ft (63.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns 100 E over Saline River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.