US Bridges

Mo 23 S over UP RR

Good

Johnson County, Missouri · S 21 T 46 N R 24 W · Structure no. 4064

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,228
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 23 S over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 23 S 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 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 7,228 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,926 by 2044. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesMo 23 S
CrossesUP RR
LocationS 21 T 46 N R 24 W
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates38.76673, -93.56608
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.7 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,228 (2024)
Projected traffic11,926 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 Mo 23 S over UP RR built?

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

What condition is Mo 23 S over UP RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 23 S over UP RR carry?

About 7,228 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mo 23 S over UP RR?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 23 S over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.