US Bridges

Mo 9 N over BNSF RR

Good

Clay County, Missouri · S 23 T 50 N R 33 W · Structure no. 3413

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
918 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
9,469
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 9 N over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 9 N over BNSF RR in Clay County, Missouri. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 9,469 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,150 by 2044. The structure is 918 ft (279.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMo 9 N
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 23 T 50 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 9
Coordinates39.12278, -94.57997
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length918 ft (279.8 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,469 (2024)
Projected traffic15,150 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 9 N over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 9 N over BNSF RR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 9 N over BNSF RR carry?

About 9,469 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mo 9 N over BNSF RR?

The structure is 918 ft (279.8 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 9 N over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.