S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek
FairShawnee County, Kansas · 6.0E of Forbes Field · Structure no. 000891013104440
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 90 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 32 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns S.E. 61st. St. 273 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.