US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage
GoodCrawford County, Kansas · 1.62 MI N Njct US69ALT · Structure no. 999906900190031
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,144
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 6,144 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,497 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage 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 over First Cow Creek Drainage carry?
About 6,144 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.
Who owns US69 over First Cow Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.