US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.76 MI E US81ALT · Structure no. 999905600590741
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,495
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 56 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 5,495 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,193 by 2044. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 130 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain carry?
About 5,495 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Dry Turkey CR Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.