US Bridges

Rt Uu S over Buescher CR

Fair

Franklin County, Missouri · S 32 T 43 N R 2 W · Structure no. 3832

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,414
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Uu S over Buescher CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Uu S over Buescher CR in Franklin County, Missouri. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,414 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,687 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesRt Uu S
CrossesBuescher CR
LocationS 32 T 43 N R 2 W
RouteState Highway 0UU
CountyFranklin County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.43175, -91.04643
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,414 (2024)
Projected traffic2,687 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 Uu S over Buescher CR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt Uu S over Buescher 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Rt Uu S over Buescher CR carry?

About 1,414 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Rt Uu S over Buescher CR?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rt Uu S over Buescher CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.