US Bridges

Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch

Good

Ray County, Missouri · S 24 T 51 N R 27 W · Structure no. 29138

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,240
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch in Ray County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 6,240 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,920 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMo 13 S
CrossesDrain Dtch
LocationS 24 T 51 N R 27 W
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates39.21934, -93.87325
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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 rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,240 (2024)
Projected traffic10,920 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 13 S over Drain Dtch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch carry?

About 6,240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Mo 13 S over Drain Dtch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.