US 59 N over Gay Br
FairBuchanan County, Missouri · S 1 T 55 N R 37 W · Structure no. 33933
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,729
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 N over Gay Br is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 59 N over Gay Br in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,729 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,739 by 2044. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 N over Gay Br built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 N over Gay Br 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 N over Gay Br carry?
About 5,729 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 59 N over Gay Br?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 N over Gay Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.