US Bridges

Is 49 S over Dry CR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 3 T 34 N R 31 W · Structure no. 2432

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,957
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 49 S over Dry CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 49 S over Dry CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 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 14,957 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,175 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 49 S
CrossesDry CR
LocationS 3 T 34 N R 31 W
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates37.74574, -94.31164
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic14,957 (2024)
Projected traffic26,175 by 2044
Trucks41%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 49 S over Dry CR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 49 S over Dry CR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Is 49 S over Dry CR carry?

About 14,957 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is Is 49 S over Dry CR?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Is 49 S over Dry CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.