Rt N S over Is 44
PoorLawrence County, Missouri · S 8 T 28 N R 25 W · Structure no. 8143
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 239 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 429
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt N S over Is 44 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rt N S over Is 44 in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 429 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 622 by 2044. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt N S over Is 44 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt N S over Is 44 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Rt N S over Is 44 carry?
About 429 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Rt N S over Is 44?
The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Rt N S over Is 44?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.