US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River
GoodPottawatomie County, Kansas · 1.35 MI E Riley Coln WB · Structure no. 999902400750011
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 420 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,937
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River in Pottawatomie County, Kansas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 65 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 12,937 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,084 by 2044. The structure is 420 ft (127.9 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 | 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 Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River carry?
About 12,937 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River?
The structure is 420 ft (127.9 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY WB over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.