US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR
GoodSmith County, Kansas · 8.80 MI N JCT K-191 · Structure no. 999928100920511
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 492
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR is a concrete culvert carrying US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR in Smith County, Kansas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 492 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long and 133 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR 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 US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR carry?
About 492 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR?
The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.
Who owns US-281 HWY over N Branch White Rock CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.