US Bridges

Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR

Fair

Barry County, Missouri · S 32 T 26 N R 27 W · Structure no. 21055

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
776 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
10,825
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR in Barry County, Missouri. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 6 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 10,825 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,944 by 2044. The structure is 776 ft (236.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesKyler ST
CrossesBNSF RR Kelly CR
LocationS 32 T 26 N R 27 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates36.92168, -93.91412
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length776 ft (236.5 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,825 (2024)
Projected traffic18,944 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR carry?

About 10,825 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR?

The structure is 776 ft (236.5 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Kyler ST over BNSF RR Kelly CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.