K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg
GoodDickinson County, Kansas · 1.55 MI SW I70 · Structure no. 999904300211071
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,560
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg is a concrete culvert carrying K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,560 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,624 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River 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 2023.
How much traffic does K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg carry?
About 1,560 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns K43 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.