County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River
PoorThomas County, Kansas · 8.4S 3.0W of Mingo · Structure no. 000970425004164
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4 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.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 21 over South Fork 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 21 over South Fork Saline River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.