US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage
GoodNess County, Kansas · 3.27 Mi. North of K-96 · Structure no. 999928300680091
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,785
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 90 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 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,012 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 73 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 | 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 US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US283 HWY over Long Branch 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 US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage carry?
About 1,785 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US283 HWY over Long Branch Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.