US 36 W over Puzzle CR
FairMacon County, Missouri · S 12 T 57 N R 17 W · Structure no. 4742
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,809
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 W over Puzzle CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 36 W over Puzzle CR in Macon County, Missouri. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 101 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 6 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 9,809 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,166 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 W over Puzzle CR built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US 36 W over Puzzle 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 W over Puzzle CR carry?
About 9,809 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is US 36 W over Puzzle CR?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 36 W over Puzzle CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.