US 281 HWY over Arkansas River
Fair Condition49 years old6,053 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Kansas |
| County | Barton |
| Location | 0.65 Mi S Us56 |
| Carries | US 281 HWY |
| Crosses | Arkansas River |
| Coordinates | 38.35194, -98.76500 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 3 — Scour critical |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete Continuous |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 818.2 ft (249.4 m) |
| Max Span | 70.9 ft (21.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 65.9 ft (20.1 m) |
| Deck Area | 5012.9 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1977 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 6,053 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 11% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 999928100050711 |