US Bridges

Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis

FairPosted for load

Jackson County, Missouri · S 6 T 50 N R 34 W · Structure no. 344

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
4,336 ft
90 main spans
Daily traffic
37,692
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 65 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 37,692 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,884 by 2044. The structure is 4,336 ft (1,321.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIs 70 W
CrossesCst Mulberry ST Madis
LocationS 6 T 50 N R 34 W
RouteInterstate 70
Coordinates39.10725, -94.59938
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans90 (+7 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length4,336 ft (1,321.6 m)
Longest span128 ft (39.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,692 (2024)
Projected traffic50,884 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis carry?

About 37,692 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis?

The structure is 4,336 ft (1,321.6 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Is 70 W over Cst Mulberry ST Madis?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.