US Bridges

Rt K S over Dry Crane CR

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 32 T 27 N R 23 W · Structure no. 9576

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,242
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt K S over Dry Crane CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt K S over Dry Crane CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 7,242 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,122 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesRt K S
CrossesDry Crane CR
LocationS 32 T 27 N R 23 W
RouteState Highway 0K
Coordinates37.00085, -93.46513
Functional classRural Major 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length25 ft (7.5 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 traffic7,242 (2024)
Projected traffic14,122 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 K S over Dry Crane CR built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt K S over Dry Crane 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 K S over Dry Crane CR carry?

About 7,242 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rt K S over Dry Crane CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Rt K S over Dry Crane CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.