US Bridges

US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44

Good

New Madrid County, Missouri · S 12 T 22 N R 11 E · Structure no. 37272

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,921
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44 in New Madrid County, Missouri. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: new structure not yet open to traffic.

It carries about 1,921 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 62 E
CrossesDrain Ditch NO44
LocationS 12 T 22 N R 11 E
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates36.5535, -89.80998
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusNew structure not yet open to traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable 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 length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,921 (2024)
Projected traffic3,170 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44 built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44 carry?

About 1,921 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns US 62 E over Drain Ditch NO44?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.