US Bridges

US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR

Good

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 22 T 56 N R 36 W · Structure no. 34618

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
634 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,719
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 4,719 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,022 by 2044. The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS 59 S
CrossesBankers CR BNSF RR
LocationS 22 T 56 N R 36 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates39.66065, -94.92297
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length634 ft (193.2 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,719 (2024)
Projected traffic8,022 by 2044
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR carry?

About 4,719 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR?

The structure is 634 ft (193.2 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 S over Bankers CR BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.