US Bridges

US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary

Good

Cherokee County, Kansas · 2.62 MI N of 400/69A JCT · Structure no. 999940000111031

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
103 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,746
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary is a concrete continuous slab carrying US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,746 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,458 by 2044. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS400/US69A Hwys
CrossesSpring River Tributary
Location2.62 MI N of 400/69A JCT
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyCherokee County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.08444, -94.70556
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length103 ft (31.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,746 (2023)
Projected traffic5,458 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary 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 US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary carry?

About 3,746 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary?

The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns US400/US69A Hwys over Spring River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.