Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br
FairButler County, Missouri · S 25 T 24 N R 6 E · Structure no. 2745
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,388
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br in Butler County, Missouri. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 6,388 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,179 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 53 S over Ackerman 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br carry?
About 6,388 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 53 S over Ackerman Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.