US 61 N over Waconda Rvr
GoodLewis County, Missouri · S 14 T 61 N R 6 W · Structure no. 29111
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 285 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,505
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 N over Waconda Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 N over Waconda Rvr in Lewis County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 7,505 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,260 by 2044. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 N over Waconda Rvr built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 N over Waconda Rvr 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 N over Waconda Rvr carry?
About 7,505 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is US 61 N over Waconda Rvr?
The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 N over Waconda Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.