US Bridges

US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 1.36 MI N of K-279 · Structure no. 999916900610511

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
206 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,284
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5,284 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,258 by 2044. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS169 HWY NB
CrossesUnion Pacific RR
Location1.36 MI N of K-279
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates38.52167, -94.9075
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,284 (2023)
Projected traffic7,258 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR carry?

About 5,284 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US169 HWY NB over Union Pacific RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.