US 183 HWY over Arkansas River
GoodEdwards County, Kansas · 1.84 MI S-US50 · Structure no. 999918300240081
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 801 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 759
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 HWY over Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 HWY over Arkansas River in Edwards County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 759 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 855 by 2044. The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 HWY over Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 183 HWY over Arkansas River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 183 HWY over Arkansas River carry?
About 759 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 183 HWY over Arkansas River?
The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 HWY over Arkansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.