US 60 E over Dry Valley
FairCarter County, Missouri · S 5 T 26 N R 1 W · Structure no. 3274
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,405
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 60 E over Dry Valley is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 E over Dry Valley in Carter County, Missouri. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 42 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 5,405 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,270 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 60 E over Dry Valley built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US 60 E over Dry Valley 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 60 E over Dry Valley carry?
About 5,405 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is US 60 E over Dry Valley?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 60 E over Dry Valley?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.