US Bridges

200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon

Good

Graham County, Kansas · 14.8N 0.2W of Penokee · Structure no. 000000000330110

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon is a concrete culvert carrying 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon in Graham County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries200 Ave (rs 718)
CrossesTrib. to N. Fork Solomon
Location14.8N 0.2W of Penokee
RouteCounty Highway 718
CountyGraham County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.56405, -99.975
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.9 US tons
Inventory rating16.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2020)
Projected traffic60 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 200 Ave (rs 718) over Trib. to N. Fork Solomon?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.