US Bridges

Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek

GoodPosted for load

Labette County, Kansas · 0.5N 3.1E of Dennis · Structure no. 000501035106640

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLocal Rd. 21
CrossesTrib. to Labette Creek
Location0.5N 3.1E of Dennis
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.35441, -95.35798
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2013)
Projected traffic60 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Local Rd. 21 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.