Mo 79 S over Barley CR
FairLincoln County, Missouri · S 22 T 50 N R 2 E · Structure no. 5789
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,989
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 79 S over Barley CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 79 S over Barley CR 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 5 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 2,989 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,978 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 79 S over Barley CR built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 79 S over Barley 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 79 S over Barley CR carry?
About 2,989 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Mo 79 S over Barley CR?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 79 S over Barley CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.