US Bridges

Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek

Good

Wayne County, Missouri · S 10 T 29 N R 4 E · Structure no. 32794

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,881
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek in Wayne County, Missouri. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,881 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,042 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesMo 34 E
CrossesMalloy Creek
LocationS 10 T 29 N R 4 E
RouteState Highway 34
Coordinates37.1958, -90.59461
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,881 (2024)
Projected traffic5,042 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek 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 34 E over Malloy Creek carry?

About 2,881 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Mo 34 E over Malloy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.