US Bridges

44th ST over Silver CR

Fair

Newton County, Missouri · S 24 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 31377

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,513
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

44th ST over Silver CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 44th ST over Silver CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 3,513 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,796 by 2045. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Carries44th ST
CrossesSilver CR
LocationS 24 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteCity Street 220
Coordinates37.04044, -94.48812
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic3,513 (2025)
Projected traffic5,796 by 2045
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 44th ST over Silver CR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is 44th ST over Silver 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 2025.

How much traffic does 44th ST over Silver CR carry?

About 3,513 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 44th ST over Silver CR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 44th ST over Silver CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.