RD 20 over Pawnee River
GoodPosted for loadNess County, Kansas · 11.0S 7.0E of Ness City · Structure no. 000000000680430
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 85
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 20 over Pawnee River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying RD 20 over Pawnee River in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 85 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2041. The structure is 310 ft (94.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 20 over Pawnee River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 20 over 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 RD 20 over Pawnee River carry?
About 85 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RD 20 over Pawnee River?
The structure is 310 ft (94.6 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns RD 20 over Pawnee River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.