US281 HWY over Dry Creek
FairSmith County, Kansas · 0.67MI N Jt K9 · Structure no. 999928100920261
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,008
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 HWY over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US281 HWY over Dry Creek in Smith County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,008 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,049 by 2044. The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 HWY over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 HWY over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US281 HWY over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,008 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US281 HWY over Dry Creek?
The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US281 HWY over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.