Us183 Bypass over Big Creek

Fair Condition73 years old5,195 vehicles/day

Location

StateKansas
CountyEllis
Location0.64 Mi W Jct U183/u183y
CarriesUs183 Bypass
CrossesBig Creek
Coordinates38.86250, -99.32972

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length241.1 ft (73.5 m)
Max Span91.9 ft (28 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area1,029 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1953 (reconstructed 1997)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,195 (2023)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number9999183Y0260531

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