US Bridges

US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40

Good

Ellis County, Kansas · 2.84 MI NW JCT U183/U183Y · Structure no. 9999183Y0260551

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
545 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
3,673
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40 in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 59 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 3,673 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,947 by 2044. The structure is 545 ft (166.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS183 Bypass
CrossesRS1977 UP RR Old US40
Location2.84 MI NW JCT U183/U183Y
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateKansas
Coordinates38.8825, -99.35444
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadH 20
Structure length545 ft (166.2 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,673 (2023)
Projected traffic4,947 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40 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 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40 carry?

About 3,673 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40?

The structure is 545 ft (166.2 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US183 Bypass over RS1977 UP RR Old US40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.