US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage
GoodBarber County, Kansas · 11.33 MI N Ejct US-160 · Structure no. 999928100040391
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,313
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage in Barber County, Kansas. It was built in 1995 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 30 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 1,313 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,602 by 2044. The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US-281 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 US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,313 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-281 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.