US Bridges

Rt B E over Reed Br

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 32 T 45 N R 22 W · Structure no. 9722

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,287
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt B E over Reed Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt B E over Reed Br in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older 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 5 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 1,287 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,059 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesRt B E
CrossesReed Br
LocationS 32 T 45 N R 22 W
RouteState Highway 0B
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.63066, -93.37713
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,287 (2024)
Projected traffic2,059 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 Rt B E over Reed Br built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt B E over Reed Br 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Rt B E over Reed Br carry?

About 1,287 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Rt B E over Reed Br?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Rt B E over Reed Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.