CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River
GoodThomas County, Kansas · 15.0S of Menlo · Structure no. 000000000970120
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 197 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2044. The structure is 197 ft (60.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River carry?
About 130 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River?
The structure is 197 ft (60.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 36 (rs 1474) over South Fork Saline River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.