US Bridges

US-169 over Bradshaw Creek

Good

Anderson County, Kansas · 13.24 MI N Allen CO LN · Structure no. 999916900020431

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,335
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-169 over Bradshaw Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-169 over Bradshaw Creek in Anderson County, Kansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 3,335 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,151 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-169
CrossesBradshaw Creek
Location13.24 MI N Allen CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates38.19056, -95.25389
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length183 ft (55.9 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,335 (2023)
Projected traffic4,151 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 over Bradshaw Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-169 over Bradshaw Creek 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 US-169 over Bradshaw Creek carry?

About 3,335 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-169 over Bradshaw Creek?

The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-169 over Bradshaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.