K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain
GoodRooks County, Kansas · 0.30MI SE Graham CO Line · Structure no. 999901800820271
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 515
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain in Rooks County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 515 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 592 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over S 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain carry?
About 515 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over S F Solomon R Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.