US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
PoorRush County, Kansas · 0.05 MI N Cherry ST · Structure no. 999918300830034
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,847
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage in Rush County, Kansas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 93 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 1,847 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,082 by 2044. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US183 HWY over Walnut 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,847 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US183 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.