40 S over South Fork Solomon River
FairPosted for loadSheridan County, Kansas · 3.7S 1.5W of Hoxie · Structure no. 000900483503962
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 79 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
40 S over South Fork Solomon River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 40 S over South Fork Solomon River in Sheridan 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 40 S over South Fork Solomon River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is 40 S over South Fork Solomon River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 40 S over South Fork Solomon River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is 40 S over South Fork Solomon River?
The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns 40 S over South Fork Solomon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.