Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek
GoodShawnee County, Kansas · 3.0S.E. of Forbes Field · Structure no. 000891007004489
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 109 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn 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 Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek?
The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Paulen Rd. 243 over Lynn Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.