US Bridges

K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage

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Norton County, Kansas · 2.17 MI NE Ejct US-36 · Structure no. 999938300690891

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,001
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,001 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,347 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 36 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesK-383 HWY
CrossesPrairie Dog CR Drainage
Location2.17 MI NE Ejct US-36
RouteState Highway 383
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.85556, -99.74778
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating109 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,001 (2023)
Projected traffic2,347 by 2044
Trucks31%
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 K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-383 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage carry?

About 2,001 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns K-383 HWY over Prairie Dog CR Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.