US Bridges

US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 0.77 MI N K263 · Structure no. 999916900610301

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,259
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 262 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS169 K7 HWY
CrossesDorsey Branch
Location0.77 MI N K263
RouteU.S. Route 169
CountyMiami County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.57694, -94.8425
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating39.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length61 ft (18.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width262 ft (79.9 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,259 (2023)
Projected traffic8,598 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 over Dorsey Branch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch 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 over Dorsey Branch carry?

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

How long is US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 262 ft wide.

Who owns US169 K7 HWY over Dorsey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.