US Bridges

WB 159th ST over US-69

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 3.00 MI S 135th Street · Structure no. 999906900463681

Built
2012
13 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,414
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WB 159th ST over US-69 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB 159th ST over US-69 in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 2012 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 13 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 4,414 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,386 by 2044. The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long and 81 ft wide.

CarriesWB 159th ST
CrossesUS-69
Location3.00 MI S 135th Street
RouteCity Street 2715
StateKansas
Coordinates38.84, -94.67639
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length197 ft (59.9 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.6 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,414 (2023)
Projected traffic5,386 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 WB 159th ST over US-69 built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is WB 159th ST over US-69 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does WB 159th ST over US-69 carry?

About 4,414 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is WB 159th ST over US-69?

The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns WB 159th ST over US-69?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.