US Bridges

K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River

Good

Graham County, Kansas · 0.69 MI S US-24 · Structure no. 999901800330441

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
623 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
727
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River in Graham County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 727 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 742 by 2044. The structure is 623 ft (190 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesK-18 HWY
CrossesSouth Fork Solomon River
Location0.69 MI S US-24
RouteState Highway 18
StateKansas
Coordinates39.36944, -99.68722
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating82.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length623 ft (190 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic727 (2023)
Projected traffic742 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River carry?

About 727 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River?

The structure is 623 ft (190 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-18 HWY over South Fork Solomon River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.