K23 HWY over Turtle Creek
GoodSheridan County, Kansas · 6.85 MI N Gove Coln · Structure no. 999902300900151
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 937
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K23 HWY over Turtle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K23 HWY over Turtle Creek in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 937 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,143 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 56 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K23 HWY over Turtle Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is K23 HWY over Turtle 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does K23 HWY over Turtle Creek carry?
About 937 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is K23 HWY over Turtle Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns K23 HWY over Turtle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.