US Bridges

Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR

Good

Newton County, Missouri · S 35 T 25 N R 34 W · Structure no. 33922

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,710
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR is a concrete culvert carrying Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 7,710 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,420 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesMo 43 S
CrossesBig Lost CR
LocationS 35 T 25 N R 34 W
RouteState Highway 43
Coordinates36.84074, -94.61119
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,710 (2024)
Projected traffic15,420 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 43 S over Big Lost 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR carry?

About 7,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 43 S over Big Lost CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.