Mo 79 S over Union Br
FairLincoln County, Missouri · S 28 T 51 N R 2 E · Structure no. 5774
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,442
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 79 S over Union Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 79 S over Union Br in Lincoln County, Missouri. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 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 2,442 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,884 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 79 S over Union Br built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 79 S over Union 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 79 S over Union Br carry?
About 2,442 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Mo 79 S over Union Br?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 79 S over Union Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.