US Bridges

Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR

Good

Lincoln County, Missouri · S 27 T 49 N R 2 E · Structure no. 4392

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
224 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,589
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR in Lincoln County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8,589 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,178 by 2044. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesMo 47 S
CrossesBrushy Fk Bobs CR
LocationS 27 T 49 N R 2 E
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates38.98657, -90.78261
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating90.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length224 ft (68.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,589 (2024)
Projected traffic17,178 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR carry?

About 8,589 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR?

The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 47 S over Brushy Fk Bobs CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.