US Bridges

Rt U S over Petite Saline CR

FairPosted for load

Cooper County, Missouri · S 19 T 48 N R 16 W · Structure no. 7402

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
275 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
277
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt U S over Petite Saline CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt U S over Petite Saline CR in Cooper County, Missouri. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 277 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 374 by 2044. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesRt U S
CrossesPetite Saline CR
LocationS 19 T 48 N R 16 W
RouteState Highway 0U
CountyCooper County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.91723, -92.70425
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating23.8 US tons
Inventory rating13.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic277 (2024)
Projected traffic374 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 U S over Petite Saline CR built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt U S over Petite Saline 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Rt U S over Petite Saline CR carry?

About 277 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Rt U S over Petite Saline CR?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Rt U S over Petite Saline CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.