US Bridges

Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR

Poor

Bates County, Missouri · S 9 T 38 N R 31 W · Structure no. 2269

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,536
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR in Bates County, Missouri. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 12,536 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,938 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesIs 49 S
CrossesBr of Muddy CR
LocationS 9 T 38 N R 31 W
RouteInterstate 49
CountyBates County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.08936, -94.35008
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic12,536 (2024)
Projected traffic21,938 by 2044
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR carry?

About 12,536 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Is 49 S over Br of Muddy CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.