US Bridges

Rt U S over Bryant CR

Fair

Douglas County, Missouri · S 19 T 27 N R 14 W · Structure no. 8500

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
239
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt U S over Bryant CR is a steel culvert carrying Rt U S over Bryant CR in Douglas County, Missouri. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 239 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesRt U S
CrossesBryant CR
LocationS 19 T 27 N R 14 W
RouteState Highway 0U
CountyDouglas County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.00937, -92.52051
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span3 ft (0.9 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic239 (2024)
Projected traffic370 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt U S over Bryant CR built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt U S over Bryant CR 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Rt U S over Bryant CR carry?

About 239 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Rt U S over Bryant CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Rt U S over Bryant CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.