US 159 S over Is 29
GoodHolt County, Missouri · S 21 T 61 N R 38 W · Structure no. 2191
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 247 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 599
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 159 S over Is 29 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 159 S over Is 29 in Holt County, Missouri. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 53 years old, older 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 599 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 809 by 2044. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 159 S over Is 29 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US 159 S over Is 29 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 159 S over Is 29 carry?
About 599 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 159 S over Is 29?
The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 159 S over Is 29?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.