US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage
GoodFord County, Kansas · 6.51 MI N US-50 · Structure no. 999928300290711
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,144
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage in Ford County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 2,144 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,722 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage 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-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,144 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.
Who owns US-283 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.