US Bridges

US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR

Good

Brown County, Kansas · US-75/OLD K-246 JCT · Structure no. 999907500070591

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
299 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,709
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR in Brown County, Kansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,709 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,136 by 2044. The structure is 299 ft (91 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-75 HWY
CrossesOld K-246 HWY UP RR
LocationUS-75/OLD K-246 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateKansas
Coordinates39.90583, -95.7825
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length299 ft (91 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,709 (2023)
Projected traffic7,136 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR carry?

About 4,709 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR?

The structure is 299 ft (91 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US-75 HWY over Old K-246 HWY UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.