US Bridges

US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage

Good

Neosho County, Kansas · 8.56 MI N Labette Coln · Structure no. 999905900670021

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,661
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, 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 3,661 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,293 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 47 ft wide.

CarriesUS59 HWY
CrossesNeosho River Drainage
Location8.56 MI N Labette Coln
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateKansas
Coordinates37.50583, -95.26972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,661 (2023)
Projected traffic4,293 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is US59 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 US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage carry?

About 3,661 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US59 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.