US Bridges

US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River

Good

Thomas County, Kansas · 2.24MI E Jt U83 · Structure no. 999902400970351

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
891
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 891 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS24 HWY
CrossesSouth Fork S0L0M0N River
Location2.24MI E Jt U83
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateKansas
Coordinates39.39028, -100.82972
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic891 (2023)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2044
Trucks24%
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 South Fork S0L0M0N River built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River 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 2024.

How much traffic does US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River carry?

About 891 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US24 HWY over South Fork S0L0M0N River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.