US Bridges

US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage

Good

Labette County, Kansas · 6.88 MI E US59 · Structure no. 999940000500241

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,679
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 6,679 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,679 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS-400 HWY
CrossesNeosho River Drainage
Location6.88 MI E US59
RouteU.S. Route 400
StateKansas
Coordinates37.34028, -95.13417
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating37 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,679 (2023)
Projected traffic7,679 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage 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 US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage carry?

About 6,679 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-400 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.