US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain
FairMcPherson County, Kansas · 0.34 MI W I135 · Structure no. 9999081B0590841
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,837
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 58 years old, older 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 2,837 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,559 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain carry?
About 2,837 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.
Who owns US-81 Alt Nl-Sl over Dry Turkey CR Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.