US Bridges

US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR

Good

Smith County, Kansas · 0.71MI E Jt K8 · Structure no. 999903600920071

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,004
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR is a concrete culvert carrying US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR in Smith County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,004 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,214 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS36 HWY
CrossesNorth Fork Solomon R DR
Location0.71MI E Jt K8
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateKansas
Coordinates39.77083, -98.92194
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating79.6 US tons
Inventory rating48 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 traffic2,004 (2023)
Projected traffic2,214 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR carry?

About 2,004 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR?

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 US36 HWY over North Fork Solomon R DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.