US Bridges

Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek

GoodPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 0.2W of Galesburg · Structure no. 000000000670130

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
455
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 455 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 546 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 491 37-8.80
CrossesTrib. to Labette Creek
Location0.2W of Galesburg
RouteCounty Highway 491
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.47109, -95.36447
Functional classRural Major 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15.4 US tons
Inventory rating9.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic455 (2022)
Projected traffic546 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$250,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 491 37-8.80 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 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek carry?

About 455 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 491 37-8.80 over Trib. to Labette Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.