US73 HWY over UP Railroad
GoodAtchison County, Kansas · 4.00 MI NW of W US-59 JCT · Structure no. 999907300030401
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 159 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,781
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US73 HWY over UP Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US73 HWY over UP Railroad in Atchison 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 2,781 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,953 by 2044. The structure is 159 ft (48.4 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US73 HWY over UP Railroad built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US73 HWY over UP Railroad 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US73 HWY over UP Railroad carry?
About 2,781 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US73 HWY over UP Railroad?
The structure is 159 ft (48.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US73 HWY over UP Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.