US Bridges

US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain

Good

Logan County, Kansas · 9.97 MI N Scott Coln · Structure no. 999908300550271

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,558
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain in Logan 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 3,558 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,392 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 189 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS-83 HWY
CrossesSmoky Hill River Drain
Location9.97 MI N Scott Coln
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateKansas
Coordinates38.84167, -100.85389
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width189 ft (57.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,558 (2023)
Projected traffic5,392 by 2044
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain carry?

About 3,558 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 189 ft wide.

Who owns US-83 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.