US 36 E over Elk CR
FairLinn County, Missouri · S 12 T 57 N R 20 W · Structure no. 6327
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,581
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 E over Elk CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 36 E over Elk CR in Linn County, Missouri. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 70 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 11,581 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,267 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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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Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 E over Elk CR built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US 36 E over Elk 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 36 E over Elk CR carry?
About 11,581 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 36 E over Elk CR?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 36 E over Elk CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.