US Bridges

Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 0.25 M. E. of Quivira Rd. · Structure no. 426350462712065

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,000
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 48 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,500 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesJohnson Dr.
CrossesTurkey Creek Tributary
Location0.25 M. E. of Quivira Rd.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJohnson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.0229, -94.71929
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,000 (2017)
Projected traffic14,500 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns Johnson Dr. over Turkey Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.