K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage
FairOttawa County, Kansas · 4.13 MI E JCT RS748 · Structure no. 999901800720211
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 481
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 481 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 587 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 34 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage carry?
About 481 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.