US Bridges

US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY

Good

Linn County, Kansas · At US-69 & K-152JCT · Structure no. 999906900540091

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,109
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 3,109 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,356 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS69 HWY NB
CrossesK152 HWY
LocationAt US-69 & K-152JCT
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateKansas
Coordinates38.345, -94.6825
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.7 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,109 (2023)
Projected traffic4,356 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US69 HWY NB over K152 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 US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY carry?

About 3,109 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY?

The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US69 HWY NB over K152 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.