I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain
GoodRussell County, Kansas · 13.86 MI E JCT U281 · Structure no. 999907000840281
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,050
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 7,050 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,434 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 188 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 I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain carry?
About 7,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 188 ft wide.
Who owns I70 HWY Nl-Sl over Smoky Hill River Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.