US Bridges

Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR

Fair

Newton County, Missouri · S 33 T 26 N R 32 W · Structure no. 4245

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 25,800 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,730 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesIs 49 S
CrossesBr of Cedar CR
LocationS 33 T 26 N R 32 W
RouteInterstate 49
CountyNewton County
StateMissouri
Coordinates36.92447, -94.43028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,800 (2024)
Projected traffic47,730 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 49 S over Br of Cedar 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 Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR carry?

About 25,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Is 49 S over Br of Cedar CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.