Us-281 HWY over Smoky Hill River

Good Condition23 years old1,990 vehicles/day

Location

StateKansas
CountyRussell
Location5.60 Mi N Barton Coln
CarriesUs-281 HWY
CrossesSmoky Hill River
Coordinates38.77667, -98.85472

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length372.0 ft (113.4 m)
Max Span92.8 ft (28.3 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area1451.5 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built2003

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,990 (2023)
Truck Traffic24%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number999928100840641

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