US Bridges

US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY

Good

Allen County, Kansas · 8.0 MI S of Allen Ncoln · Structure no. 999916900010601

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
257 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,371
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 4,371 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,549 by 2044. The structure is 257 ft (78.2 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS-169 HWY
CrossesUS-54 HWY
Location8.0 MI S of Allen Ncoln
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates37.92194, -95.37944
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating77.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length257 ft (78.2 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,371 (2023)
Projected traffic5,549 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY 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 US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY carry?

About 4,371 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY?

The structure is 257 ft (78.2 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-169 HWY over US-54 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.