U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage
GoodSeward County, Kansas · .98 MI N 54/U83/U270 JCT · Structure no. 999908300880071
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,801
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage in Seward County, Kansas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 74 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 8,801 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,739 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is U83 HWY By-Pass over Local 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage carry?
About 8,801 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns U83 HWY By-Pass over Local Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.