US 59 S over Kenmore Br
FairBuchanan County, Missouri · S 22 T 56 N R 36 W · Structure no. 4512
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1949
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,719
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 S over Kenmore Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 59 S over Kenmore Br in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1949, so it is 105 years old, older 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 4,719 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,022 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 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 Kenmore Br built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1949.
What condition is US 59 S over Kenmore 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 S over Kenmore Br carry?
About 4,719 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 59 S over Kenmore Br?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 59 S over Kenmore Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.