US Bridges

US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek

Good

Crawford County, Kansas · 6.25 MI S of CR CO Line · Structure no. 999906900190651

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
207 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,191
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek in Crawford 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,191 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,894 by 2044. The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-69 HWY
CrossesDry Branch Cox Creek
Location6.25 MI S of CR CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateKansas
Coordinates37.58417, -94.70528
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length207 ft (63.2 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,191 (2023)
Projected traffic3,894 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 US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox 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 US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek carry?

About 3,191 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek?

The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-69 HWY over Dry Branch Cox Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.