US Bridges

US-69 HWY NB over Dry Branch Cox Creek

Good

Crawford County, Kansas · 6.25 MI S of CR Cl · Structure no. 999906900191351

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
205 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,191
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-69 HWY NB over Dry Branch Cox Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-69 HWY NB over Dry Branch Cox Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-69 HWY NB
CrossesDry Branch Cox Creek
Location6.25 MI S of CR Cl
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateKansas
Coordinates37.58389, -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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.7 US tons
Inventory rating67.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,191 (2023)
Projected traffic—
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 NB over Dry Branch Cox Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

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

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.