NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek
GoodBourbon County, Kansas · 1.25 MI N of Bourbon Cl · Structure no. 999906900060721
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,601
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek in Bourbon 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 2,601 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,111 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is NB US-69 HWY over Walnut 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 2023.
How much traffic does NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek carry?
About 2,601 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns NB US-69 HWY over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.