US Bridges

US 59 S over Unnamed CR

Fair

Atchison County, Missouri · S 36 T 66 N R 40 W · Structure no. 28859

Built
1926
99 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,008
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 S over Unnamed CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 59 S over Unnamed CR in Atchison County, Missouri. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,008 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,361 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59 S
CrossesUnnamed CR
LocationS 36 T 66 N R 40 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyAtchison County
StateMissouri
Coordinates40.4854, -95.39271
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,008 (2024)
Projected traffic1,361 by 2044
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 US 59 S over Unnamed CR built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 S over Unnamed CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 S over Unnamed CR carry?

About 1,008 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 59 S over Unnamed CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 59 S over Unnamed CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.