US Bridges

Is 44 W over Dry Br

Good

Greene County, Missouri · S 26 T 29 N R 24 W · Structure no. 11766

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
262 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,406
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 44 W over Dry Br is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 44 W over Dry Br in Greene County, Missouri. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 19,406 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,079 by 2044. The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 44 W
CrossesDry Br
LocationS 26 T 29 N R 24 W
RouteInterstate 44
Coordinates37.18539, -93.5236
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating101.2 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length262 ft (79.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,406 (2024)
Projected traffic30,079 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 44 W over Dry Br built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 44 W over Dry Br 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Is 44 W over Dry Br carry?

About 19,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Is 44 W over Dry Br?

The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Is 44 W over Dry Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.