US Bridges

K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River

Good

Ottawa County, Kansas · 3.5S 1.5E of Delphos · Structure no. 000720777404080

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2001 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River is a steel culvert carrying K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesK.4-7 Local
CrossesTrib. to Solomon River
Location3.5S 1.5E of Delphos
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOttawa County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.21946, -97.73512
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.6 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2001)
Projected traffic25 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is K.4-7 Local over Trib. to 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns K.4-7 Local over Trib. to Solomon River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.