US Bridges

US 59 S over Contrary CR

Good

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 1 T 56 N R 36 W · Structure no. 3683

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
209 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,180
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 S over Contrary CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 S over Contrary CR in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 4,180 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,643 by 2044. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS 59 S
CrossesContrary CR
LocationS 1 T 56 N R 36 W
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates39.69793, -94.88718
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length209 ft (63.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,180 (2024)
Projected traffic5,643 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 US 59 S over Contrary CR built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 S over Contrary 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 S over Contrary CR carry?

About 4,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 59 S over Contrary CR?

The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 S over Contrary CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.