US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg
GoodThomas County, Kansas · 0.86 Mi. East of K-25 · Structure no. 999902400970344
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,605
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 87 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 6,605 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,738 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long and 74 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 Prairie Dog Creek Drg built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg carry?
About 6,605 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US24 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.