US Bridges

US 59 N over Rt T

Good

Andrew County, Missouri · S 20 T 59 N R 35 W · Structure no. 11777

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,897
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 N over Rt T is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 N over Rt T in Andrew County, Missouri. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 4,897 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,284 by 2044. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 59 N
CrossesRt T
LocationS 20 T 59 N R 35 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates39.92249, -94.86006
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,897 (2024)
Projected traffic10,284 by 2044
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 N over Rt T built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 N over Rt T 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 N over Rt T carry?

About 4,897 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is US 59 N over Rt T?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 N over Rt T?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.