US Bridges

US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek

Good

Ness County, Kansas · 10.08 MI N Hodgeman Cl · Structure no. 999928300680501

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
260 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,672
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,672 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,389 by 2044. The structure is 260 ft (79.4 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesUS-283 HWY
CrossesSouth Fork Walnut Creek
Location10.08 MI N Hodgeman Cl
RouteU.S. Route 283
StateKansas
Coordinates38.40694, -99.89833
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating89.6 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length260 ft (79.4 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,672 (2023)
Projected traffic2,389 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut 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 US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek carry?

About 1,672 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek?

The structure is 260 ft (79.4 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US-283 HWY over South Fork Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.