US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R.
GoodFord County, Kansas · .30 MI N US56/US400 Sjct · Structure no. 999905600290601
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 211 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,688
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R. in Ford County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 11,688 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,924 by 2044. The structure is 211 ft (64.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R. built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R. 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R. carry?
About 11,688 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R.?
The structure is 211 ft (64.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-56/US283 over BNSF R.R.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.