US Bridges

US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage

Good

Thomas County, Kansas · 4.13 MI N JCT I70 · Structure no. 999908300970501

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,214
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 2,214 vehicles a day, roughly 47% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,421 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS83 HWY
CrossesSolomon River Drainage
Location4.13 MI N JCT I70
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateKansas
Coordinates39.24444, -100.87
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,214 (2023)
Projected traffic3,421 by 2044
Trucks47%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage 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 US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage carry?

About 2,214 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.

How long is US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US83 HWY over Solomon River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.