US Bridges

Lp 49 S over Baker Br

Fair

Jasper County, Missouri · S 31 T 28 N R 32 W · Structure no. 6558

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,509
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 49 S over Baker Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lp 49 S over Baker Br in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 90 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 20,509 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,789 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 49 S
CrossesBaker Br
LocationS 31 T 28 N R 32 W
RouteState Highway 49
CountyJasper County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.10924, -94.47621
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.9 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 traffic20,509 (2024)
Projected traffic31,789 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
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 Baker Br built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is Lp 49 S over Baker Br 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 Lp 49 S over Baker Br carry?

About 20,509 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lp 49 S over Baker Br?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Lp 49 S over Baker Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.