US Bridges

US 160 E over Br of Howell CR

Fair

Howell County, Missouri · S 14 T 24 N R 8 W · Structure no. 10067

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,347
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 160 E over Br of Howell CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 160 E over Br of Howell CR 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 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 2,347 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,755 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 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
CrossesBr of Howell CR
LocationS 14 T 24 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 160
CountyHowell County
StateMissouri
Coordinates36.7413, -91.82089
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length29 ft (8.7 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 traffic2,347 (2024)
Projected traffic3,755 by 2044
Trucks4%
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 Br of Howell CR built?

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

What condition is US 160 E over Br of Howell 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 160 E over Br of Howell CR carry?

About 2,347 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 160 E over Br of Howell CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns US 160 E over Br of Howell CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.