US Bridges

US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek

Good

Edwards County, Kansas · 0.05 MI S US50 · Structure no. 999918300240091

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,806
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek 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 1,806 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,036 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 74 ft wide.

CarriesUS183 HWY
CrossesBig Coon Creek
Location0.05 MI S US50
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateKansas
Coordinates37.91778, -99.40972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,806 (2023)
Projected traffic2,036 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US183 HWY over Big Coon 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek carry?

About 1,806 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US183 HWY over Big Coon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.