US Bridges

Is 29 S over Bee CR Br

Fair

Buchanan County, Missouri · S 23 T 55 N R 35 W · Structure no. 70

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,463
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 29 S over Bee CR Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 29 S over Bee CR Br in Buchanan County, Missouri. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 35,463 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,287 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 29 S
CrossesBee CR Br
LocationS 23 T 55 N R 35 W
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates39.5632, -94.78829
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,463 (2024)
Projected traffic60,287 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 29 S over Bee CR Br built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 29 S over Bee CR 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 Is 29 S over Bee CR Br carry?

About 35,463 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is Is 29 S over Bee CR Br?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Is 29 S over Bee CR Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.