US Bridges

Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5

Good

Pemiscot County, Missouri · S 4 T 17 N R 13 E · Structure no. 29424

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,521
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5 is a concrete culvert carrying Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5 in Pemiscot County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 13,521 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,014 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIs 155 S
CrossesLateral Dtch No 5
LocationS 4 T 17 N R 13 E
RouteInterstate 155
Coordinates36.14333, -89.64514
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating74.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic13,521 (2024)
Projected traffic25,014 by 2044
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5 carry?

About 13,521 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Is 155 S over Lateral Dtch No 5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.