US Bridges

Mo 30 E over BNSF RR

Good

Franklin County, Missouri · S 35 T 42 N R 1 W · Structure no. 31437

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
195 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,843
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 30 E over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 30 E over BNSF RR in Franklin County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 13,843 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,302 by 2044. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesMo 30 E
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 35 T 42 N R 1 W
RouteState Highway 30
Coordinates38.34278, -90.98785
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.3 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,843 (2024)
Projected traffic26,302 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 30 E over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 30 E 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 30 E over BNSF RR carry?

About 13,843 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 30 E over BNSF RR?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 30 E over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.