K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage
GoodNorton County, Kansas · 07.92 MI NE Decatur Coln · Structure no. 999938300690241
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,773
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 83 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 1,773 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,079 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage carry?
About 1,773 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.