S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River
PoorPosted for loadShawnee County, Kansas · 8.0W of Cullen Village · Structure no. 000890979104460
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 67 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns S.W. 69th. St. 89 over N. Branch Wakarusa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.