K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn
FairDickinson County, Kansas · 3.79 MI S I70 · Structure no. 999901500210561
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 222 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,165
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn is a concrete continuous slab carrying K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,165 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,253 by 2044. The structure is 222 ft (67.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn carry?
About 2,165 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn?
The structure is 222 ft (67.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K15 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.