US Bridges

Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin

Good

Jasper County, Missouri · S 1 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 4427

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
333 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
14,936
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 14,936 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,151 by 2044. The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesMo 66 E
CrossesBNSF RR KCS RR Joplin
LocationS 1 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 66
Coordinates37.08395, -94.50671
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.3 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length333 ft (101.5 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,936 (2024)
Projected traffic23,151 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin carry?

About 14,936 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin?

The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 66 E over BNSF RR KCS RR Joplin?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.