US Bridges

US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L

Good

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 24 T 55 N R 38 W · Structure no. 32604

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Arch - Thru
Steel
Length
2,545 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,968
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L is a steel arch - thru carrying US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 6,968 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,846 by 2044. The structure is 2,545 ft (775.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59 S
CrossesMissouri Rvr BNSF RR L
LocationS 24 T 55 N R 38 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyBuchanan County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.55956, -95.1086
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+16 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length2,545 ft (775.7 m)
Longest span527 ft (160.6 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.1 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,968 (2024)
Projected traffic11,846 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L carry?

About 6,968 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L?

The structure is 2,545 ft (775.7 m) long with a longest span of 527 ft (160.6 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 S over Missouri Rvr BNSF RR L?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.