US Bridges

US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib

Good

Labette County, Kansas · 4.87 MI W US-59/U-400 JCT · Structure no. 999940000500781

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,684
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,684 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,936 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-400 Highway
CrossesLittle Labette CR Trib
Location4.87 MI W US-59/U-400 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 400
StateKansas
Coordinates37.34861, -95.32667
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,684 (2023)
Projected traffic6,936 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib 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 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib carry?

About 5,684 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns US-400 Highway over Little Labette CR Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.