US283 HWY over Saline River
GoodTrego County, Kansas · 1.83MI S Graham CO Line · Structure no. 999928300980421
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 383 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,477
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 HWY over Saline River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US283 HWY over Saline River in Trego County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,477 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,665 by 2044. The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US283 HWY over Saline River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US283 HWY over Saline River 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 US283 HWY over Saline River carry?
About 1,477 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US283 HWY over Saline River?
The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US283 HWY over Saline River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.