US Bridges

Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 28 T 45 N R 23 W · Structure no. 30367

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHickory Point RD
CrossesW Elk Fk of Muddy
LocationS 28 T 45 N R 23 W
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.65626, -93.46972
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2024)
Projected traffic170 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy 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 Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Hickory Point RD over W Elk Fk of Muddy?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.