US Bridges

US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR

Good

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 26 T 57 N R 35 W · Structure no. 3941

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
341 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,156
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 8,156 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,011 by 2044. The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 169 S
CrossesCst Easton RD BNSF RR
LocationS 26 T 57 N R 35 W
RouteU.S. Route 169
Coordinates39.73168, -94.80101
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length341 ft (103.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,156 (2024)
Projected traffic11,011 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 169 S over Cst Easton RD 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR carry?

About 8,156 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR?

The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US 169 S over Cst Easton RD BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.