US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY
GoodCloud County, Kansas · 04.02 MI N Ottawa Coln · Structure no. 999908100150581
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 224 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,083
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY in Cloud County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,083 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,992 by 2044. The structure is 224 ft (68.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY carry?
About 3,083 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY?
The structure is 224 ft (68.4 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-81 HWY SB over US-24 HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.