US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage
FairMitchell County, Kansas · 3.37 MI SE K-9 · Structure no. 999902400620161
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,238
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,238 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,573 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,238 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY over Plum Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.