US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek
GoodLabette County, Kansas · 9.09 MI N Wjct US-160 · Structure no. 999905900500121
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 206 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,554
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 66 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 5,554 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,260 by 2044. The structure is 206 ft (62.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US59 HWY over Little 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek carry?
About 5,554 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek?
The structure is 206 ft (62.9 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US59 HWY over Little Labette Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.