K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn
GoodDecatur County, Kansas · 1.56MI NE Sheridan Coln · Structure no. 999900900200171
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 162
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn is a concrete culvert carrying K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn in Decatur County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 162 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn carry?
About 162 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns K9 HWY over N Fork Solomon River Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.