US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake
GoodDecatur County, Kansas · 1.67 MI N of US36 · Structure no. 999908300200231
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,943
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake is a concrete continuous slab carrying US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake in Decatur County, Kansas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 1,943 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,418 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 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 US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake carry?
About 1,943 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US83 HWY over Former Oberlin Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.