US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal
GoodSmith County, Kansas · 5.31MI NW Osborne CO Line · Structure no. 999928100920251
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,117
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal in Smith County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,117 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,234 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 61 ft wide.
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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 US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal carry?
About 1,117 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Kirwin Main Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.