US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek
GoodJefferson County, Kansas · 4.51 MI E Shawnee Coln · Structure no. 999902400440391
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,468
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,468 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,569 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US24 HWY WB over 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek carry?
About 2,468 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY WB over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.