US Bridges

US 61 S over Artesian Br CR

Fair

Lewis County, Missouri · S 14 T 62 N R 6 W · Structure no. 31046

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,886
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over Artesian Br CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 S over Artesian Br CR in Lewis County, Missouri. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 6 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 7,886 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,983 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesArtesian Br CR
LocationS 14 T 62 N R 6 W
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates40.17324, -91.52681
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating103.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,886 (2024)
Projected traffic14,983 by 2044
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 61 S over Artesian Br CR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over Artesian Br CR 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over Artesian Br CR carry?

About 7,886 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over Artesian Br CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 61 S over Artesian Br CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.