US Bridges

159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary

Fair

Johnson County, Kansas · 0.5 E of Mur-Len · Structure no. 521200460000065

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,340
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8,340 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2043. The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries159th ST #65
CrossesHeritage Lake Tributary
Location0.5 E of Mur-Len
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJohnson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.84024, -94.77118
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionMay 2023
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (19 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,340 (2006)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary carry?

About 8,340 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary?

The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m).

Who owns 159th ST #65 over Heritage Lake Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.