US283 HWY over Spring Creek
GoodNess County, Kansas · 3.21 Mi. North of K-4 · Structure no. 999928300680131
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,467
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 HWY over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US283 HWY over Spring Creek in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 89 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 1,467 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,899 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 56 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US283 HWY over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US283 HWY over Spring 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 Spring Creek carry?
About 1,467 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US283 HWY over Spring Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns US283 HWY over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.