US Bridges

12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek

GoodPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 2.0E 0.6S of Thayer · Structure no. 000671027006467

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
80
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 80 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 96 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries12-17.55 Minor
CrossesLabette Creek
Location2.0E 0.6S of Thayer
RouteCounty Highway 6709
StateKansas
Coordinates37.47568, -95.43409
Functional classRural Minor 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 evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic80 (2022)
Projected traffic96 by 2044
Trucks10%
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 12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is 12-17.55 Minor over 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 12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek carry?

About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns 12-17.55 Minor over Labette Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.