US183 HWY over Big Creek
GoodEllis County, Kansas · 10.76 MI N Rush Coln · Structure no. 999918300260481
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 313 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,714
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 HWY over Big Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US183 HWY over Big Creek in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,714 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,112 by 2044. The structure is 313 ft (95.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 US183 HWY over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US183 HWY over Big 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US183 HWY over Big Creek carry?
About 5,714 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US183 HWY over Big Creek?
The structure is 313 ft (95.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US183 HWY over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.