US Bridges

Is 435 S over UP RR

FairPosted for load

Jackson County, Missouri · S 30 T 50 N R 32 W · Structure no. 1376

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
534 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
42,076
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 435 S over UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 435 S over UP RR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 57 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 42,076 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,803 by 2044. The structure is 534 ft (162.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 435 S
CrossesUP RR
LocationS 30 T 50 N R 32 W
RouteInterstate 435
Coordinates39.12563, -94.49688
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length534 ft (162.8 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width56 ft (17 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,076 (2024)
Projected traffic56,803 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 435 S over UP RR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Is 435 S over UP RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Is 435 S over UP RR carry?

About 42,076 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Is 435 S over UP RR?

The structure is 534 ft (162.8 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Is 435 S over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.