US Bridges

Mo 14 E over Spring Br

Fair

Christian County, Missouri · S 18 T 27 N R 21 W · Structure no. 5399

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,343
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 14 E over Spring Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 14 E over Spring Br in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 5 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 10,343 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,789 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 14 E
CrossesSpring Br
LocationS 18 T 27 N R 21 W
RouteState Highway 14
CountyChristian County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.0396, -93.27388
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic10,343 (2024)
Projected traffic23,789 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Mo 14 E over Spring Br built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 14 E over Spring Br 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Mo 14 E over Spring Br carry?

About 10,343 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Mo 14 E over Spring Br?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mo 14 E over Spring Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.