US Bridges

CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon

GoodPosted for load

Thomas County, Kansas · 2.0S 2.0W of Menlo · Structure no. 000000000970170

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
130
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 130 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCO RD 35 (rs 1474)
CrossesTrib to S Fork Solomon
Location2.0S 2.0W of Menlo
RouteCounty Highway 1474
CountyThomas County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.32742, -100.75853
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.4 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130 (2020)
Projected traffic150 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon carry?

About 130 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 35 (rs 1474) over Trib to S Fork Solomon?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.