US Bridges

Holmes RD over Dykes Br

Good

Jackson County, Missouri · S 29 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 25500

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,851
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Holmes RD over Dykes Br is a concrete culvert carrying Holmes RD over Dykes Br in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 20,851 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,106 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHolmes RD
CrossesDykes Br
LocationS 29 T 48 N R 33 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.95448, -94.58211
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,851 (2024)
Projected traffic27,106 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Holmes RD over Dykes Br built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Holmes RD over Dykes Br 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Holmes RD over Dykes Br carry?

About 20,851 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Holmes RD over Dykes Br?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Holmes RD over Dykes Br?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.