S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River
GoodShawnee County, Kansas · 7.0S.E. of Forbes Field · Structure no. 000891013904500
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2040. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River 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.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns S.E. 85th. St. 270 over Trib. to Wakarusa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.