US 24 over Paw Paw Creek
GoodCass County, Indiana · 04.16 W US 35 · Structure no. 005980
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,929
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 over Paw Paw Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 24 over Paw Paw Creek in Cass County, Indiana. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 74 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 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 4,929 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 over Paw Paw Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 24 over Paw Paw 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 US 24 over Paw Paw Creek carry?
About 4,929 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 24 over Paw Paw Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns US 24 over Paw Paw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.