K15 HWY over Sand Creek
GoodHarvey County, Kansas · 1.66 Mi. S. of I-135 · Structure no. 999901500400641
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 219 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,315
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K15 HWY over Sand Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K15 HWY over Sand Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,315 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,422 by 2044. The structure is 219 ft (66.7 m) long and 68 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 K15 HWY over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is K15 HWY over Sand 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K15 HWY over Sand Creek carry?
About 5,315 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is K15 HWY over Sand Creek?
The structure is 219 ft (66.7 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns K15 HWY over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.