US Bridges

Is 44 E over Spring CR

Fair

Greene County, Missouri · S 3 T 29 N R 22 W · Structure no. 296

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54,812
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 44 E over Spring CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 44 E over Spring CR in Greene County, Missouri. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 54,812 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,959 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIs 44 E
CrossesSpring CR
LocationS 3 T 29 N R 22 W
RouteInterstate 44
Coordinates37.25025, -93.32196
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic54,812 (2024)
Projected traffic84,959 by 2044
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 E over Spring CR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 44 E over Spring 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Is 44 E over Spring CR carry?

About 54,812 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Is 44 E over Spring CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Is 44 E over Spring CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.