US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 0.3 E Wjct 77/BYPASS · Structure no. 999907700180961
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 189 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,234
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad in Cowley 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 6,234 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,563 by 2044. The structure is 189 ft (57.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-77 HWY over BNSF 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad carry?
About 6,234 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 189 ft (57.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-77 HWY over BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.