US Bridges

Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR

Good

Bates County, Missouri · S 10 T 41 N R 30 W · Structure no. 4315

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
476
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR in Bates County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 476 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 643 by 2044. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesMo 18 E
CrossesElk Fk CR
LocationS 10 T 41 N R 30 W
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates38.36991, -94.22157
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic476 (2024)
Projected traffic643 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR carry?

About 476 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 18 E over Elk Fk CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.