US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch
FairLinn County, Missouri · S 3 T 57 N R 21 W · Structure no. 2754
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 365 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,816
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch in Linn County, Missouri. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 51 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 5,816 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,178 by 2044. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch 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 US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch carry?
About 5,816 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch?
The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 E over Higgins Drain Dtch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.