Saline County Bridge Report Card
Saline County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Saline County, Kansas
Saline County has 366 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 11 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.2% is at or below the 5.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,816 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Saline County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 366 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 11 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,816 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 2.2% | 4.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.0% | 6.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 862,764 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 2.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,816 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Saline County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K4 HWY over Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,141 | 1958 |
| I135 HWY SB over I70 Highway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,294 | 1963 |
| Grand Avenue over Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1950 |
| Local 464-811 over Gypsum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 62 | 1956 |
| Correction Line RD over Castle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1940 |
| Local 815-474.8 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4 | 1972 |
| Local 472-809.6 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3 | 1945 |
| Minor 448-777.5 over Waterway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2 | 1940 |
| I70 HWY WB over Mulberry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 8,650 | 1964 |
| I70 HWY EB over Mulberry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 8,650 | 1964 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.