US-283 HWY over Bow Creek
GoodGraham County, Kansas · 11.10 MI N JCT US-24 · Structure no. 999928300330451
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 207 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 903
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-283 HWY over Bow Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-283 HWY over Bow Creek in Graham County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 903 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 940 by 2044. The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long and 38 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-283 HWY over Bow Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-283 HWY over Bow 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 US-283 HWY over Bow Creek carry?
About 903 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US-283 HWY over Bow Creek?
The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-283 HWY over Bow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.