US Bridges

K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain

Good

Norton County, Kansas · 08.89 MI E Decatur Coln · Structure no. 999900900690421

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
281
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain is a concrete culvert carrying K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 281 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 287 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesK9 HWY
CrossesN F Solomon R Drain
Location08.89 MI E Decatur Coln
RouteState Highway 9
StateKansas
Coordinates39.6175, -100.02111
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic281 (2023)
Projected traffic287 by 2044
Trucks25%
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

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 K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain carry?

About 281 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns K9 HWY over N F Solomon R Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.