US Bridges

Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr

Good

Barton County, Missouri · S 14 T 31 N R 31 W · Structure no. 36524

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
197 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,139
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr in Barton County, Missouri. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,139 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,243 by 2044. The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIs 49 S
CrossesN Fk Spring Rvr
LocationS 14 T 31 N R 31 W
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates37.42807, -94.29967
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length197 ft (59.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,139 (2024)
Projected traffic14,243 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr carry?

About 8,139 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr?

The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Is 49 S over N Fk Spring Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.