US Bridges

320th ST over Tombstone CR

PoorPosted for load

Daviess County, Missouri · S 34 T 62 N R 26 W · Structure no. 13928

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

320th ST over Tombstone CR is a steel truss - thru carrying 320th ST over Tombstone CR in Daviess County, Missouri. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries320th ST
CrossesTombstone CR
LocationS 34 T 62 N R 26 W
RouteCounty Highway 52
Coordinates40.12787, -93.80179
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadOther
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width12 ft (3.7 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2024)
Projected traffic6 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$383,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 320th ST over Tombstone CR built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is 320th ST over Tombstone CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.

How much traffic does 320th ST over Tombstone CR carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 320th ST over Tombstone CR?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.

Who owns 320th ST over Tombstone CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.