US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek
GoodBarton County, Kansas · 1.52 MI N US56/K156/K96 · Structure no. 999928100051001
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,595
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 4,595 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,688 by 2044. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek 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 Dry Walnut Creek carry?
About 4,595 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Dry Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.