US Bridges

US 24 E over Lit Indian CR

Fair

Monroe County, Missouri · S 36 T 56 N R 8 W · Structure no. 5527

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,785
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 E over Lit Indian CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 24 E over Lit Indian CR in Monroe County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,785 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,292 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesUS 24 E
CrossesLit Indian CR
LocationS 36 T 56 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates39.60853, -91.73688
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionOctober 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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,785 (2024)
Projected traffic5,292 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 US 24 E over Lit Indian CR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 E over Lit Indian 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 24 E over Lit Indian CR carry?

About 2,785 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 24 E over Lit Indian CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 E over Lit Indian CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.