US Bridges

US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage

Good

Mitchell County, Kansas · 0.68 MI SE K9 · Structure no. 999902400620151

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,713
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 3,713 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,903 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS24 HWY
CrossesSolomon River Drainage
Location0.68 MI SE K9
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateKansas
Coordinates39.4725, -98.09806
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.4 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length53 ft (16.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,713 (2023)
Projected traffic4,903 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage carry?

About 3,713 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?

The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US24 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.