US Bridges

US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR

Good

Jackson County, Missouri · S 15 T 50 N R 30 W · Structure no. 36490

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,749
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 3,749 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,061 by 2044. The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 24 W
CrossesFire Prairie CR
LocationS 15 T 50 N R 30 W
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates39.13849, -94.21277
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.3 US tons
Inventory rating43.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length137 ft (41.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,749 (2024)
Projected traffic5,061 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR 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 US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR carry?

About 3,749 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR?

The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 W over Fire Prairie CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.