US Bridges

Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek

GoodPosted for load

Crawford County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.9E of Cherokee · Structure no. 000000000190270

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
365
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 365 vehicles a day, projected to reach 438 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 172
CrossesTrib. to Cow Creek
Location1.0N 1.9E of Cherokee
RouteCounty Highway 172
StateKansas
Coordinates37.36803, -94.78857
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.5 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic365 (2013)
Projected traffic438 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek carry?

About 365 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 172 over Trib. to Cow Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.