US Bridges

Rt E S over Culpepper CR

Fair

Newton County, Missouri · S 31 T 26 N R 30 W · Structure no. 2793

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,529
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt E S over Culpepper CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt E S over Culpepper CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,529 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,523 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesRt E S
CrossesCulpepper CR
LocationS 31 T 26 N R 30 W
RouteState Highway 0E
Coordinates36.9301, -94.25545
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 adequacy9: Superior 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 length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,529 (2024)
Projected traffic2,523 by 2044
Trucks11%
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 Rt E S over Culpepper CR built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt E S over Culpepper 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 Rt E S over Culpepper CR carry?

About 1,529 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rt E S over Culpepper CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Rt E S over Culpepper CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.