US Bridges

Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 3 T 27 N R 21 W · Structure no. 3201

Built
1987
38 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,105
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1987 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 38 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 16,105 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,042 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesRt J E
CrossesTrib of James Rvr
LocationS 3 T 27 N R 21 W
RouteState Highway 0J
Coordinates37.07007, -93.22614
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,105 (2024)
Projected traffic37,042 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr carry?

About 16,105 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Rt J E over Trib of James Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.