US283 HWY over Elm Creek
GoodFord County, Kansas · 5.16 MI N US50 · Structure no. 999928300290481
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,144
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 HWY over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US283 HWY over Elm Creek in Ford County, Kansas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 92 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,144 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,722 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 108 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US283 HWY over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US283 HWY over Elm 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US283 HWY over Elm Creek carry?
About 2,144 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US283 HWY over Elm Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US283 HWY over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.