US Bridges

Lp 49 S over Joplin CR

Good

Jasper County, Missouri · S 13 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 31135

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
63 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,568
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 49 S over Joplin CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lp 49 S over Joplin CR in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 23,568 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,530 by 2044. The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesLp 49 S
CrossesJoplin CR
LocationS 13 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 49
Coordinates37.06848, -94.47786
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 rating70.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,568 (2024)
Projected traffic36,530 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Lp 49 S over Joplin CR built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 49 S over Joplin CR 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 49 S over Joplin CR carry?

About 23,568 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lp 49 S over Joplin CR?

The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Lp 49 S over Joplin CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.