Rt K E over Bear Br
GoodIron County, Missouri · S 20 T 31 N R 3 E · Structure no. 9156
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 306
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt K E over Bear Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt K E over Bear Br in Iron County, Missouri. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 306 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 428 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt K E over Bear Br built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt K E over Bear Br 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 Rt K E over Bear Br carry?
About 306 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Rt K E over Bear Br?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Rt K E over Bear Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.