US Bridges

Is 44 E over Br Center CR

Fair

Jasper County, Missouri · S 4 T 27 N R 29 W · Structure no. 626

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,393
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 44 E over Br Center CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 44 E over Br Center CR in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 31,393 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,507 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesIs 44 E
CrossesBr Center CR
LocationS 4 T 27 N R 29 W
RouteInterstate 44
CountyJasper County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.078, -94.1013
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating101.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 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 traffic31,393 (2024)
Projected traffic56,507 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 44 E over Br Center CR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 44 E over Br Center 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Is 44 E over Br Center CR carry?

About 31,393 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Is 44 E over Br Center CR?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Is 44 E over Br Center CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.