US Bridges

Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr

Good

McDonald County, Missouri · S 13 T 22 N R 34 W · Structure no. 30210

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr is a steel continuous culvert carrying Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr in McDonald County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 38 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMcmillen RD
CrossesTrib of Elk Rvr
LocationS 13 T 22 N R 34 W
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates36.63969, -94.56497
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2024)
Projected traffic38 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns Mcmillen RD over Trib of Elk Rvr?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.