US Bridges

Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR

Good

Lawrence County, Missouri · S 23 T 29 N R 28 W · Structure no. 36756

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
90 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,305 by 2044. The structure is 90 ft (27.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesMo 97 S
CrossesS White Oak CR
LocationS 23 T 29 N R 28 W
RouteState Highway 97
Coordinates37.20764, -93.94663
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
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 rating74.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length90 ft (27.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2024)
Projected traffic1,305 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 97 S over S White Oak 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR?

The structure is 90 ft (27.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 97 S over S White Oak CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.