K15 HWY over French Creek
GoodMarion County, Kansas · 1.60 MI N US56 Ejct · Structure no. 999901500570341
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 179 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,292
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K15 HWY over French Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K15 HWY over French Creek in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 82 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 1,292 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,318 by 2044. The structure is 179 ft (54.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K15 HWY over French Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is K15 HWY over French Creek 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 K15 HWY over French Creek carry?
About 1,292 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is K15 HWY over French Creek?
The structure is 179 ft (54.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K15 HWY over French Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.