US Bridges

US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg

Good

Sheridan County, Kansas · 12.18 MI E K23 · Structure no. 999902400900101

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
699
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 699 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS24 HWY
CrossesS Fork Solomon River Drg
Location12.18 MI E K23
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateKansas
Coordinates39.35194, -100.21528
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic699 (2023)
Projected traffic870 by 2044
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg 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 US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg carry?

About 699 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US24 HWY over S Fork Solomon River Drg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.