Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie
FairJackson County, Missouri · S 34 T 50 N R 30 W · Structure no. 14993
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 407
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie is a concrete culvert carrying Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 6 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 407 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 611 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie carry?
About 407 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Heidleberger over Br of Fire Prairie?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.