US Bridges

US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 5.82 MI N of K-279 · Structure no. 999916900610981

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
263 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,259
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6,259 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,598 by 2044. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-169 Highway NB
CrossesRS-1021; Baptiste DR
Location5.82 MI N of K-279
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates38.56944, -94.85278
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.3 US tons
Inventory rating45.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length263 ft (80.2 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,259 (2023)
Projected traffic8,598 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR 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 US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR carry?

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

How long is US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR?

The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US-169 Highway NB over RS-1021; Baptiste DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.