50 E over South Fork Solomon River
PoorPosted for loadSheridan County, Kansas · 2.6S 5.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000900497003941
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 72 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
50 E over South Fork Solomon River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 50 E over South Fork Solomon River in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 3 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2044. The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 50 E over South Fork Solomon River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is 50 E over South 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 50 E over South Fork Solomon River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is 50 E over South Fork Solomon River?
The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns 50 E over South Fork Solomon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.