Rt K S over Elm Br
FairLawrence County, Missouri · S 25 T 27 N R 26 W · Structure no. 5972
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,962
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt K S over Elm Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt K S over Elm Br in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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.
It carries about 1,962 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,845 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt K S over Elm Br built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt K S over Elm Br 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 Rt K S over Elm Br carry?
About 1,962 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt K S over Elm Br?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Rt K S over Elm Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.