US Bridges

Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 1.5N of Pomona · Structure no. 000301021904880

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPawnee (17-2.9)
CrossesKelsey Creek
Location1.5N of Pomona
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.63747, -95.45349
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2010)
Projected traffic35 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Pawnee (17-2.9) over Kelsey Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.