US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage
PoorClay County, Kansas · 2.87 MI E K15 · Structure no. 999902400140061
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,119
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,119 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,637 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,119 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY over Lincoln Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.