Rs 173 over Cow Creek
GoodCrawford County, Kansas · 1.1N of Chicopee · Structure no. 000000000190290
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 255 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,335
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 173 over Cow Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 173 over Cow Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,335 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,602 by 2044. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 173 over Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 173 over 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 173 over Cow Creek carry?
About 1,335 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Rs 173 over Cow Creek?
The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 173 over Cow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.