US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek
GoodWyandotte County, Kansas · 1.78 Miles N US-24 · Structure no. 999907301050691
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,489
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek in Wyandotte County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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.
It carries about 11,489 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,949 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-73 NB Highway over Piper 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek carry?
About 11,489 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-73 NB Highway over Piper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.