US Bridges

Rt a E over Small CR

Good

Wayne County, Missouri · S 23 T 28 N R 5 E · Structure no. 36542

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
779
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt a E over Small CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt a E over Small CR in Wayne County, Missouri. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 779 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesRt a E
CrossesSmall CR
LocationS 23 T 28 N R 5 E
RouteState Highway 0A
Coordinates37.07818, -90.48064
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating74.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic779 (2024)
Projected traffic1,130 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Rt a E over Small CR built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt a E over Small 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 Rt a E over Small CR carry?

About 779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rt a E over Small CR?

The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Rt a E over Small CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.