US Bridges

US 160 E over Branch CR

Fair

Barton County, Missouri · S 28 T 32 N R 31 W · Structure no. 2092

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,108
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 160 E over Branch CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 160 E over Branch CR in Barton County, Missouri. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,108 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,594 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 160 E
CrossesBranch CR
LocationS 28 T 32 N R 31 W
RouteU.S. Route 160
Coordinates37.49478, -94.34712
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating76.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,108 (2024)
Projected traffic5,594 by 2044
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
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 US 160 E over Branch CR built?

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

What condition is US 160 E over Branch CR 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 160 E over Branch CR carry?

About 3,108 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 160 E over Branch CR?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 160 E over Branch CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.