US Bridges

Rs 1033 over Solomon River

Good

Mitchell County, Kansas · 2.5S 1.1E of Beloit · Structure no. 000000000620470

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
252 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
185
2002 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1033 over Solomon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rs 1033 over Solomon River in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 185 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2043. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesRs 1033
CrossesSolomon River
Location2.5S 1.1E of Beloit
RouteCounty Highway 1033
StateKansas
Coordinates39.423, -98.08794
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length252 ft (76.8 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.5 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic185 (2002)
Projected traffic200 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Rs 1033 over Solomon River built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1033 over 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 Rs 1033 over Solomon River carry?

About 185 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1033 over Solomon River?

The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1033 over Solomon River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.