Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River
GoodOsage County, Kansas · 1.5N 4.0E of Melvern · Structure no. 000701011005020
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 268 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River in Osage County, Kansas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 268 ft (81.6 m) long and 28 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River?
The structure is 268 ft (81.6 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Shawnee Hgts 153 over Marais Des Cygnes River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.