US Bridges

Mcpherson ST over UP RR

Fair

Johnson County, Missouri · S 21 T 46 N R 24 W · Structure no. 32499

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
285 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,550
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcpherson ST over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcpherson ST over UP RR in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 6,550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,480 by 2043. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesMcpherson ST
CrossesUP RR
LocationS 21 T 46 N R 24 W
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJohnson County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.76683, -93.57014
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 rating102.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,550 (2023)
Projected traffic10,480 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Mcpherson ST over UP RR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcpherson ST 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mcpherson ST over UP RR carry?

About 6,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mcpherson ST over UP RR?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Mcpherson ST over UP RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.