US Bridges

US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork

Good

Barton County, Missouri · S 36 T 32 N R 33 W · Structure no. 33680

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,653
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork in Barton County, Missouri. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 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 1,653 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,975 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesUS 160 E
CrossesBr of Lit N Fork
LocationS 36 T 32 N R 33 W
RouteU.S. Route 160
Coordinates37.49134, -94.50218
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating72.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic1,653 (2024)
Projected traffic2,975 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork carry?

About 1,653 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 160 E over Br of Lit N Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.