US Bridges

Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR

Good

Wayne County, Missouri · S 6 T 27 N R 4 E · Structure no. 10005

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
391
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR in Wayne County, Missouri. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 391 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 567 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

CarriesMo 49 S
CrossesSpring Fed CR
LocationS 6 T 27 N R 4 E
RouteState Highway 49
Coordinates37.03097, -90.66807
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating15.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic391 (2024)
Projected traffic567 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 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 Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 49 S over Spring Fed 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 Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR carry?

About 391 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 49 S over Spring Fed CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.