US Bridges

Rs 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk.

Good

Crawford County, Kansas · 1.0W of Capaldo · Structure no. 000000000190301

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,705
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk. is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk. in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,705 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,046 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 173
CrossesTrib. to Middle Cow Crk.
Location1.0W of Capaldo
RouteCounty Highway 173
StateKansas
Coordinates37.46946, -94.74287
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.4 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,705 (2013)
Projected traffic2,046 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 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk. built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

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

About 1,705 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk.?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 173 over Trib. to Middle Cow Crk.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.