US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek
GoodMiami County, Indiana · 01.57 E US 31 · Structure no. 006024
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,836
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek in Miami County, Indiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 10,836 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,908 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 over Branch Prairie 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek carry?
About 10,836 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 over Branch Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.