US 61 N over US 24
FairMarion County, Missouri · S 1 T 59 N R 6 W · Structure no. 2701
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 359 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,375
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 N over US 24 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 N over US 24 in Marion County, Missouri. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5,375 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,213 by 2044. The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 N over US 24 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 N over US 24 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 N over US 24 carry?
About 5,375 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 61 N over US 24?
The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 N over US 24?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.