US Bridges

RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 1.10 MI So Johnson CO LN · Structure no. 999916900610821

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
286 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,641
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,641 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks. The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesRS1803
CrossesUS169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd
Location1.10 MI So Johnson CO LN
RouteCity Street 1803
StateKansas
Coordinates38.72361, -94.83417
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length286 ft (87.3 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,641 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks2%
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 RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd 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 RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd carry?

About 1,641 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd?

The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns RS1803 over US169 HWY N-Bnd & S-Bnd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.