US Bridges

Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR

FairPosted for load

Newton County, Missouri · S 31 T 26 N R 31 W · Structure no. 19370

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
70
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 70 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 109 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesCarver RD
CrossesTrib of Shoal CR
LocationS 31 T 26 N R 31 W
RouteCounty Highway 219
Coordinates36.93241, -94.35307
Functional classRural Local

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.7 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70 (2024)
Projected traffic109 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Carver RD over Trib of Shoal 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR carry?

About 70 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Carver RD over Trib of Shoal CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.