US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek
FairBrown County, Kansas · 2.83 MI E Ejct US159 · Structure no. 999907300070071
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,772
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek in Brown County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,772 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek carry?
About 1,772 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US73 K20 HWY over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.