US Bridges

US 169 S over CR

Fair

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 32 T 57 N R 34 W · Structure no. 4770

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,953
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 169 S over CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 169 S over CR in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 5 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 5,953 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,037 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 169 S
CrossesCR
LocationS 32 T 57 N R 34 W
RouteU.S. Route 169
CountyBuchanan County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.70944, -94.74794
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating78.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,953 (2024)
Projected traffic8,037 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 169 S over CR built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 169 S over CR 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 169 S over CR carry?

About 5,953 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 169 S over CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 169 S over CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.