US Bridges

Wentz ST over BNSF RR

Fair

Macon County, Missouri · S 21 T 57 N R 14 W · Structure no. 20453

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wentz ST over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Wentz ST over BNSF RR in Macon County, Missouri. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 288 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesWentz ST
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 21 T 57 N R 14 W
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMacon County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.73753, -92.47816
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2024)
Projected traffic288 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wentz ST over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wentz ST over BNSF RR 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Wentz ST over BNSF RR carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Wentz ST over BNSF RR?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Wentz ST over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.