US Bridges

US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek

GoodPosted for load

Cherokee County, Kansas · 5.33 MI N Ejct K-96 · Structure no. 999906900110801

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,853
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 4,853 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,536 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS69/US400 HWY
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location5.33 MI N Ejct K-96
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateKansas
Coordinates37.25528, -94.705
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.7 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,853 (2023)
Projected traffic6,536 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch 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 US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 4,853 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US69/US400 HWY over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.