US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage
PoorBarton County, Kansas · 4.27 MI NW Ejct K4 · Structure no. 999928100050271
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,796
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 93 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,796 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,106 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US281 K4 HWY over Blood Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.