K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage
GoodPawnee County, Kansas · 5.95 MI E US183 · Structure no. 999915600730131
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,206
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage in Pawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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.
It carries about 2,206 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,692 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage carry?
About 2,206 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.