US Bridges

Mo 37 S over Clear CR

Good

Lawrence County, Missouri · S 20 T 36 N R 28 W · Structure no. 8573

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,999
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 37 S over Clear CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 37 S over Clear CR in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 2,999 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,798 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesMo 37 S
CrossesClear CR
LocationS 20 T 36 N R 28 W
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates36.94592, -94.01453
Functional classRural Minor 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 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,999 (2024)
Projected traffic4,798 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 37 S over Clear CR built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 37 S over Clear 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 37 S over Clear CR carry?

About 2,999 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mo 37 S over Clear CR?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 37 S over Clear CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.