US Bridges

US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8

Good

New Madrid County, Missouri · S 12 T 22 N R 11 E · Structure no. 4196

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,921
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8 in New Madrid County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,921 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2044. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 62 E
CrossesDrain Dtch #8
LocationS 12 T 22 N R 11 E
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates36.55344, -89.8271
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 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 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 62 E over Drain Dtch #8 built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8 carry?

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

How long is US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 62 E over Drain Dtch #8?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.