I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 2.02 MI N US56 · Structure no. 999913500590351
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,338
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 57 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 7,338 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,501 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 171 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is I135 US81 Nb-Sb 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 I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain carry?
About 7,338 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is I135 US81 Nb-Sb 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 171 ft wide.
Who owns I135 US81 Nb-Sb over Dry Turkey CR Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.