US Bridges

US169 HWY over Sko R.R.

Good

Allen County, Kansas · 1.79 MI N Neosho CO Line · Structure no. 999916900010481

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
170 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,012
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US169 HWY over Sko R.R. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US169 HWY over Sko R.R. in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 4,012 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,298 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS169 HWY
CrossesSko R.R.
Location1.79 MI N Neosho CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates37.74389, -95.43028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,012 (2023)
Projected traffic5,298 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US169 HWY over Sko R.R. built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US169 HWY over Sko R.R. 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US169 HWY over Sko R.R. carry?

About 4,012 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US169 HWY over Sko R.R.?

The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US169 HWY over Sko R.R.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.