US Bridges

Rt F E over Elk CR

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 32 T 27 N R 21 W · Structure no. 30139

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
185 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,316
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt F E over Elk CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt F E over Elk CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,316 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,566 by 2044. The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRt F E
CrossesElk CR
LocationS 32 T 27 N R 21 W
RouteState Highway 0F
Coordinates37.00174, -93.25423
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length185 ft (56.3 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,316 (2024)
Projected traffic2,566 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Rt F E over Elk CR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt F E over Elk CR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Rt F E over Elk CR carry?

About 1,316 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rt F E over Elk CR?

The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Rt F E over Elk CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.