US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek
FairMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.76 MI W I135 · Structure no. 9999081B0590861
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 234 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,837
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1969, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek 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 HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek carry?
About 2,837 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek?
The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-81 Alt HWY NB over Dry Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.