US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg
GoodAnderson County, Kansas · 9.03 MI N US169BS Rt · Structure no. 999916900020141
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1946
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,732
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg in Anderson County, Kansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1946, so it is 91 years old, older 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 3,732 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,377 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1946.
What condition is US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg 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 2024.
How much traffic does US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg carry?
About 3,732 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US169 HWY over Pottawatomie Creek Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.