I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY
FairThomas County, Kansas · JCT I-70 / US-24 · Structure no. 999907000970111
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5,450 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,520 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY carry?
About 5,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I-70 HWY Eastbound over U24 HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.