US Bridges

Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr.

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · 2.8S 2.0W Lawrence · Structure no. 000231039004543

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
352
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr. is a concrete culvert carrying Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr. in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 352 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 9.69N-11.0E
CrossesTrib. to Washington Cr.
Location2.8S 2.0W Lawrence
CountyDouglas County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.87988, -95.29794
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic352 (2023)
Projected traffic410 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr. built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr. carry?

About 352 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Local 9.69N-11.0E over Trib. to Washington Cr.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.