US Bridges

Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek

GoodPosted for load

Labette County, Kansas · S. Outskirts of Parsons · Structure no. 000501047006689

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 180 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMinor Col 42
CrossesTrib. to Labette Creek
LocationS. Outskirts of Parsons
RouteCounty Highway 5013
StateKansas
Coordinates37.3134, -95.24959
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2013)
Projected traffic180 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 Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Minor Col 42 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Minor Col 42 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.