US Bridges

US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch

Fair

Stoddard County, Missouri · S 7 T 25 N R 10 E · Structure no. 4360

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,633
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch in Stoddard County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 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 6,633 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,608 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 60 E
CrossesLateral Drain Dtch
LocationS 7 T 25 N R 10 E
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates36.81922, -89.91341
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,633 (2024)
Projected traffic11,608 by 2044
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch carry?

About 6,633 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 60 E over Lateral Drain Dtch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.