US Bridges

Mo 37 S over Br Center CR

Fair

Newton County, Missouri · S 28 T 27 N R 29 W · Structure no. 1135

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,217
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 37 S over Br Center CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 37 S over Br Center CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 2,217 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,434 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesMo 37 S
CrossesBr Center CR
LocationS 28 T 27 N R 29 W
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates37.03192, -94.11048
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,217 (2024)
Projected traffic4,434 by 2044
Trucks11%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 37 S over Br Center CR built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 37 S over Br Center 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 Mo 37 S over Br Center CR carry?

About 2,217 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Mo 37 S over Br Center CR?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mo 37 S over Br Center CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.