US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River
GoodGraham County, Kansas · 1.06 MI S US24 · Structure no. 999928300330231
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 809 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,418
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River in Graham County, Kansas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 62 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 1,418 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,536 by 2044. The structure is 809 ft (246.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US283 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 US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River carry?
About 1,418 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River?
The structure is 809 ft (246.7 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US283 HWY over South Fork Solomon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.