Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek
PoorPosted for loadShawnee County, Kansas · 3.0E of Forbes Field · Structure no. 000891007004447
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 94 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Paulen Rd. 240 over Trib. to Lynn Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.