US Bridges

FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary

Fair

Johnson County, Kansas · 0.13MI N of 53rd ST · Structure no. 418600462865007

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,800
2004 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 10,800 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2865(MER. Dr.)
CrossesTurkey Creek Tributary
Location0.13MI N of 53rd ST
RouteCity Street 2865
CountyJohnson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.03455, -94.69017
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck20 ft (6.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,800 (2004)
Projected traffic11,000 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary carry?

About 10,800 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns FAU 2865(MER. Dr.) over Turkey Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.