US Bridges

Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek

GoodPosted for load

Crawford County, Kansas · 1.0W of Capaldo · Structure no. 000000000190300

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
677
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 677 vehicles a day, projected to reach 812 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 173
CrossesTrib. Middle Cow Creek
Location1.0W of Capaldo
RouteCounty Highway 173
StateKansas
Coordinates37.46811, -94.74184
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic677 (2013)
Projected traffic812 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 173 over Trib. Middle 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 Trib. Middle Cow Creek carry?

About 677 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 173 over Trib. Middle Cow Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.