US Bridges

US 160 E over Dry Wash

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Howell County, Missouri · S 15 T 24 N R 8 W · Structure no. 10058

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,306
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 160 E over Dry Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 160 E over Dry Wash in Howell County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 5,306 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,490 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 160 E
CrossesDry Wash
LocationS 15 T 24 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 160
CountyHowell County
StateMissouri
Coordinates36.74165, -91.83756
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,306 (2024)
Projected traffic8,490 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 US 160 E over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 160 E over Dry Wash 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 160 E over Dry Wash carry?

About 5,306 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 160 E over Dry Wash?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns US 160 E over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.