US Bridges

Rt Jj S over Carter CR

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 16 T 27 N R 20 W · Structure no. 6757

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,215
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Jj S over Carter CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Jj S over Carter CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 1,215 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,369 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesRt Jj S
CrossesCarter CR
LocationS 16 T 27 N R 20 W
RouteState Highway 0JJ
Coordinates37.0433, -93.13162
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating47.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length37 ft (11.4 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 traffic1,215 (2024)
Projected traffic2,369 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 Jj S over Carter CR built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt Jj S over Carter 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Rt Jj S over Carter CR carry?

About 1,215 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Rt Jj S over Carter CR?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Rt Jj S over Carter CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.