US Bridges

110 N over North Fork Solomon River

PoorPosted for load

Sheridan County, Kansas · 10.5N 2.2E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000900491103680

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

110 N over North Fork Solomon River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 110 N over North Fork Solomon River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Carries110 N
CrossesNorth Fork Solomon River
Location10.5N 2.2E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 9016
StateKansas
Coordinates39.50972, -100.40167
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2020)
Projected traffic40 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 110 N over North Fork Solomon River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is 110 N over North Fork Solomon River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does 110 N over North Fork Solomon River carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 110 N over North Fork Solomon River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 110 N over North Fork Solomon River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.