US Bridges

US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 5.82 MI N of K-279 · Structure no. 999916900610291

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
262 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,259
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 6,259 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,598 by 2044. The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS169 K7 HWY SB
CrossesBaptiste DR K263 HWY
Location5.82 MI N of K-279
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates38.56944, -94.85306
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length262 ft (80 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,259 (2023)
Projected traffic8,598 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 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 US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY carry?

About 6,259 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY?

The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US169 K7 HWY SB over Baptiste DR K263 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.