US24 HWY over Sand Creek
GoodPottawatomie County, Kansas · 4.69 MI E Riley Coln · Structure no. 999902400750041
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,515
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Sand Creek in Pottawatomie County, Kansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 75 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 6,515 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,435 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 221 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US24 HWY over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US24 HWY over Sand 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US24 HWY over Sand Creek carry?
About 6,515 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY over Sand Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 221 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.