US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage
PoorOsborne County, Kansas · 2.22MI N Russell CO Line · Structure no. 999928100710271
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 548
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage in Osborne County, Kansas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 548 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 559 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 34 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage carry?
About 548 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Coon Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.