K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek
GoodDickinson County, Kansas · 0.22 MI N Marion Coln · Structure no. 999901500210501
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,129
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 90 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 1,129 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,152 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is K15 HWY over West Turkey 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 K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek carry?
About 1,129 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns K15 HWY over West Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.