US-281HWY over Sand Creek
GoodPratt County, Kansas · 6.85 MI N K-42 · Structure no. 999928100760221
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,088
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-281HWY over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-281HWY over Sand Creek in Pratt County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,088 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,088 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 US-281HWY over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-281HWY over Sand 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US-281HWY over Sand Creek carry?
About 1,088 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US-281HWY over Sand Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US-281HWY over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.