Is 55 N over US 61
GoodCape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 22 T 31 N R 13 E · Structure no. 36250
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 289 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,644
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 55 N over US 61 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 55 N over US 61 in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 14,644 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,556 by 2044. The structure is 289 ft (88.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 55 N over US 61 built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is Is 55 N over US 61 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Is 55 N over US 61 carry?
About 14,644 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Is 55 N over US 61?
The structure is 289 ft (88.2 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Is 55 N over US 61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.