US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg
GoodBarton County, Kansas · 1.26 MI N US56/K156/K96 · Structure no. 999928100050141
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1949
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,673
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1949, so it is 105 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 6,673 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,808 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 43 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1949.
What condition is US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg carry?
About 6,673 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Little Walnut Creek Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.