US Bridges

Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR

Good

Warren County, Missouri · S 5 T 45 N R 3 W · Structure no. 36378

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
205
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR in Warren County, Missouri. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 205 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 328 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHoward Branch RD
CrossesUnnamed CR
LocationS 5 T 45 N R 3 W
RouteCounty Highway 109
CountyWarren County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.6855, -91.17336
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic205 (2024)
Projected traffic328 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Howard Branch RD over Unnamed 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR carry?

About 205 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Howard Branch RD over Unnamed CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.