US Bridges

US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned)

Good

Bourbon County, Kansas · 0.21 MI N Ejct US69 · Structure no. 999905400060081

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
113 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,910
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned) is a concrete continuous slab carrying US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned) in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 4,910 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,991 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS54 US69 K7 HWY
CrossesBn RR (abandoned)
Location0.21 MI N Ejct US69
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateKansas
Coordinates37.84472, -94.70222
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,910 (2023)
Projected traffic5,991 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned) built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned) 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 US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned) carry?

About 4,910 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned)?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US54 US69 K7 HWY over Bn RR (abandoned)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.