US Bridges

US 61 S over Walker CR

Fair

Cape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 2199 T 30 N R 13 E · Structure no. 4020

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
28,994
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over Walker CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 S over Walker CR in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 28,994 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,840 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesWalker CR
LocationS 2199 T 30 N R 13 E
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates37.30612, -89.55199
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.3 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 traffic28,994 (2024)
Projected traffic47,840 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 61 S over Walker CR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over Walker 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over Walker CR carry?

About 28,994 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over Walker CR?

The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 61 S over Walker CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.