15th Rd. over Bull Creek
GoodRice County, Kansas · W. Edge of Sterling · Structure no. 000800725005467
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
15th Rd. over Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 15th Rd. over Bull Creek in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 75 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 15th Rd. over Bull Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is 15th Rd. over Bull 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does 15th Rd. over Bull Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 15th Rd. over Bull Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 15th Rd. over Bull Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.