45th over Little Slough
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 45THN 0.8 E of 87THW · Structure no. 000870809906080
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,775
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
45th over Little Slough is a concrete culvert carrying 45th over Little Slough in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,775 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,386 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 45th over Little Slough built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is 45th over Little Slough 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does 45th over Little Slough carry?
About 2,775 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 45th over Little Slough?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns 45th over Little Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.