S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River
PoorPosted for loadOsborne County, Kansas · 1.0S 5.5E of Osborne · Structure no. 000710685503800
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River in Osborne County, Kansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 96 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River?
The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns S. 55th Ave. over South Fork Solomon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.