US Bridges

J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary

GoodPosted for load

Rooks County, Kansas · 1.0S 1.2E of Woodston · Structure no. 000000000820031

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary in Rooks County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2044. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesJ Road (rs 916)
CrossesS Fork Solomon Tributary
Location1.0S 1.2E of Woodston
RouteCounty Highway 916
CountyRooks County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.43733, -99.07325
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2020)
Projected traffic65 by 2044
Trucks0%
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

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 J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns J Road (rs 916) over S Fork Solomon Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.