US Bridges

US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr

Good

Chariton County, Missouri · S 5 T 53 N R 18 W · Structure no. 36005

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
94 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,685
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr in Chariton 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 1,685 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,949 by 2044. The structure is 94 ft (28.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS 24 E
CrossesMussel Fk Rvr
LocationS 5 T 53 N R 18 W
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates39.4327, -92.95199
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length94 ft (28.5 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,685 (2024)
Projected traffic2,949 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr carry?

About 1,685 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr?

The structure is 94 ft (28.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 E over Mussel Fk Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.