US Bridges

Is 44 E over Mo 96

Good

Lawrence County, Missouri · S 26 T 29 N R 25 W · Structure no. 36316

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,060
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 44 E over Mo 96 is a steel arch - deck carrying Is 44 E over Mo 96 in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 31,060 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,014 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIs 44 E
CrossesMo 96
LocationS 26 T 29 N R 25 W
RouteInterstate 44
Coordinates37.18719, -93.64195
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.2 US tons
Inventory rating72.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,060 (2024)
Projected traffic59,014 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 44 E over Mo 96 built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 44 E over Mo 96 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Is 44 E over Mo 96 carry?

About 31,060 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Is 44 E over Mo 96?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns Is 44 E over Mo 96?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.