US Bridges

US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary

Good

Montgomery County, Kansas · 5.03 MI N of Njct 160/169 · Structure no. 999916900630911

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,986
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary in Montgomery County, Kansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 4,986 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,985 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 349 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-169 HWY
CrossesDrum Creek Tributary
Location5.03 MI N of Njct 160/169
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateKansas
Coordinates37.28861, -95.55972
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating74 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width349 ft (106.4 m)
Roadway width349 ft (106.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,986 (2023)
Projected traffic6,985 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary carry?

About 4,986 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 349 ft wide.

Who owns US-169 HWY over Drum Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.