US 59 S over BNSF RR
FairBuchanan County, Missouri · S 15 T 55 N R 37 W · Structure no. 4087
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 329 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,521
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 S over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 S over BNSF RR in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,521 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,386 by 2044. The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 S over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 S over BNSF RR 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 S over BNSF RR carry?
About 5,521 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 59 S over BNSF RR?
The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 S over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.