US Bridges

US 60 E over Dry Wash

Fair

Barry County, Missouri · S 2 T 25 N R 27 W · Structure no. 6127

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,478
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 E over Dry Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 E over Dry Wash in Barry County, Missouri. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 9,478 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,587 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 60 E
CrossesDry Wash
LocationS 2 T 25 N R 27 W
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates36.91307, -93.8615
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,478 (2024)
Projected traffic16,587 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 60 E over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 E over Dry Wash in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 E over Dry Wash carry?

About 9,478 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 60 E over Dry Wash?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 60 E over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.