US Bridges

K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek

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Clay County, Kansas · 1.3MI N of Claycenter Ncl · Structure no. 999901500140321

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
184 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,038
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 2,038 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,487 by 2044. The structure is 184 ft (56 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesK-15 Hiway
CrossesSpring Creek
Location1.3MI N of Claycenter Ncl
RouteState Highway 15
CountyClay County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.41167, -97.12778
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length184 ft (56 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,038 (2023)
Projected traffic2,487 by 2044
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-15 Hiway over Spring 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek carry?

About 2,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek?

The structure is 184 ft (56 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns K-15 Hiway over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.