US Bridges

Rt a S over Mulberry CR

Good

Ripley County, Missouri · S 4 T 22 N R 2 E · Structure no. 8954

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
807
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt a S over Mulberry CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt a S over Mulberry CR in Ripley County, Missouri. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 807 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesRt a S
CrossesMulberry CR
LocationS 4 T 22 N R 2 E
RouteState Highway 0A
Coordinates36.5829, -90.86596
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic807 (2024)
Projected traffic1,130 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 a S over Mulberry CR built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt a S over Mulberry 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Rt a S over Mulberry CR carry?

About 807 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Rt a S over Mulberry CR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Rt a S over Mulberry CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.