US Bridges

US 60 E over Kearby CR

Good

Butler County, Missouri · S 3 T 25 N R 5 E · Structure no. 29346

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,905
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 E over Kearby CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 60 E over Kearby CR in Butler County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 3,905 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,834 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 60 E
CrossesKearby CR
LocationS 3 T 25 N R 5 E
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates36.84355, -90.5111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 rating71.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic3,905 (2024)
Projected traffic6,834 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Kearby CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 E over Kearby CR 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US 60 E over Kearby CR carry?

About 3,905 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 60 E over Kearby CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 60 E over Kearby CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.