US Bridges

Reno Springs RD over Bear CR

FairPosted for load

Christian County, Missouri · S 36 T 25 N R 22 W · Structure no. 36081

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Reno Springs RD over Bear CR is a concrete slab carrying Reno Springs RD over Bear CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2045. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesReno Springs RD
CrossesBear CR
LocationS 36 T 25 N R 22 W
RouteCounty Highway 419
CountyChristian County
StateMissouri
Coordinates36.82183, -93.29094
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating16.9 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2025)
Projected traffic50 by 2045
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Reno Springs RD over Bear CR built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Reno Springs RD over Bear 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Reno Springs RD over Bear CR carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Reno Springs RD over Bear CR?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Reno Springs RD over Bear CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.