US Bridges

Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River

GoodPosted for load

Finney County, Kansas · 3.0W 7.0N of Kalvesta · Structure no. 000000000280090

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River in Finney County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 115 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 249 (lake Rd)
CrossesTrib. Pawnee River
Location3.0W 7.0N of Kalvesta
RouteCounty Highway 249
CountyFinney County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.16061, -100.35398
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2022)
Projected traffic115 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 249 (lake Rd) over Trib. Pawnee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.