Is 55 N over Hughes CR
FairCape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 21 T 33 N R 12 E · Structure no. 1005
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,496
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 55 N over Hughes CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying Is 55 N over Hughes CR in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 56 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 9,496 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,517 by 2044. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 55 N over Hughes CR built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Is 55 N over Hughes 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 2023.
How much traffic does Is 55 N over Hughes CR carry?
About 9,496 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Is 55 N over Hughes CR?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Is 55 N over Hughes CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.