US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage
FairDecatur County, Kansas · 3.53 Mi. S. of US-36 · Structure no. 999908300200091
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,590
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage in Decatur County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,590 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 47 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US83 HWY over Sappa Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.