US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage
GoodMitchell County, Kansas · 2.39 MI E K193 · Structure no. 999902400620191
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,074
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 2,074 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,581 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage 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 US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,074 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.