US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg
FairRooks County, Kansas · 2.03MI S Jt U24 · Structure no. 999918300820221
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,410
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg in Rooks County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,410 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,610 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long and 46 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg carry?
About 2,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg?
The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US183 HWY over South Fork Solomon R Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.