Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley
FairHowell County, Missouri · S 3 T 24 N R 8 W · Structure no. 7744
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,416
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley in Howell County, Missouri. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,416 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,124 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley 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 Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley carry?
About 1,416 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rt Bb S over Gunters Valley?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.