US Bridges

US 59 S over CR

Fair

Atchison County, Missouri · S 27 T 65 N R 40 W · Structure no. 4604

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,821
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 S over CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 59 S over CR in Atchison County, Missouri. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 1,821 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,458 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59 S
CrossesCR
LocationS 27 T 65 N R 40 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyAtchison County
StateMissouri
Coordinates40.4203, -95.39717
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,821 (2024)
Projected traffic2,458 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 CR built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 S over 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 CR carry?

About 1,821 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 59 S over CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 S over CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.