US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage
GoodBarber County, Kansas · 5.69 MI N Ejct US160 · Structure no. 999928100040261
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,493
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage in Barber County, Kansas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 76 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 2,493 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,042 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 99 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is US281 HWY over Elm Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,493 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.