US Bridges

Mo 34 E over Little Bear CR

Good

Wayne County, Missouri · S 3 T 29 N R 6 E · Structure no. 4776

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,366
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 34 E over Little Bear CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 34 E over Little Bear CR in Wayne County, Missouri. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 1,366 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,391 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesMo 34 E
CrossesLittle Bear CR
LocationS 3 T 29 N R 6 E
RouteState Highway 34
Coordinates37.21118, -90.38153
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 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,366 (2024)
Projected traffic2,391 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 34 E over Little Bear CR built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 34 E over Little Bear 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 34 E over Little Bear CR carry?

About 1,366 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mo 34 E over Little Bear CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 34 E over Little Bear CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.