Rt J E over Sulphur CR
FairHoward County, Missouri · S 30 T 50 N R 16 W · Structure no. 7947
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 158
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt J E over Sulphur CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt J E over Sulphur CR in Howard County, Missouri. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 198 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt J E over Sulphur CR built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt J E over Sulphur 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Rt J E over Sulphur CR carry?
About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Rt J E over Sulphur CR?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Rt J E over Sulphur CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.