US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad
GoodBrown County, Kansas · 9.992 MI N JCT US36 · Structure no. 999907300070141
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,218
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad is a concrete continuous slab carrying US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad in Brown County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 1,218 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,293 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 33 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US73 US159 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 US159 HWY over UP Railroad carry?
About 1,218 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US73 US159 HWY over UP Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.