US Bridges

Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR

Good

Newton County, Missouri · S 18 T 25 N R 33 W · Structure no. 544

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,046
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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.

It carries about 8,046 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,092 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesMo 43 S
CrossesModoc Valley CR
LocationS 18 T 25 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 43
Coordinates36.89101, -94.5884
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,046 (2024)
Projected traffic16,092 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 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 Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley 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 Modoc Valley CR carry?

About 8,046 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Mo 43 S over Modoc Valley CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.