US Bridges

K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY

Good

Linn County, Kansas · 1.7KM S K52 Ic N to 0.5KM · Structure no. 999905200540651

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
395 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,970
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,970 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,920 by 2044. The structure is 395 ft (120.3 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesK-52 HWY
CrossesUS-69 HWY
Location1.7KM S K52 Ic N to 0.5KM
RouteState Highway 52
StateKansas
Coordinates38.14583, -94.70667
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length395 ft (120.3 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,970 (2023)
Projected traffic3,920 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY 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 K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY carry?

About 1,970 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY?

The structure is 395 ft (120.3 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.