US Bridges

Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR

GoodPosted for load

Newton County, Missouri · S 14 T 25 N R 31 W · Structure no. 23391

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ozark 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 250 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 388 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesOzark RD
CrossesTrib of Shoal CR
LocationS 14 T 25 N R 31 W
RouteCounty Highway 407
Coordinates36.89291, -94.28203
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34.7 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2024)
Projected traffic388 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 Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR built?

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

What condition is Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR 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 January 2024.

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

About 250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Ozark RD over Trib of Shoal CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.