US Bridges

US 60 E over Macdougal CR

Fair

Newton County, Missouri · S 12 T 24 N R 34 W · Structure no. 1104

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,631
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 E over Macdougal CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 E over Macdougal CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,631 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,567 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 60 E
CrossesMacdougal CR
LocationS 12 T 24 N R 34 W
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates36.82437, -94.54894
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,631 (2024)
Projected traffic8,567 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 60 E over Macdougal CR built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 E over Macdougal 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 E over Macdougal CR carry?

About 4,631 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 60 E over Macdougal CR?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 60 E over Macdougal CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.