S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek
GoodShawnee County, Kansas · 2.5N 0.5W of Montara · Structure no. 000890993304405
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 29 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 S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns S.W. 49th. St. 285 over Trib. Shunganunga Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.