K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage
GoodPawnee County, Kansas · 3.48 MI E US-183 JCT · Structure no. 999915600730331
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 117 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,206
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage in Pawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-156 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 K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage carry?
About 2,206 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage?
The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K-156 HWY over Pawnee River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.