US Bridges

US 36 W over Bear CR

Good

Marion County, Missouri · S 28 T 57 N R 5 W · Structure no. 28929

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
144 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,411
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 36 W over Bear CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 W over Bear CR in Marion County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 5,411 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,281 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 36 W
CrossesBear CR
LocationS 28 T 57 N R 5 W
RouteU.S. Route 36
Coordinates39.70159, -91.46841
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.3 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length144 ft (43.8 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,411 (2024)
Projected traffic10,281 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 36 W over Bear CR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 36 W over Bear CR 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does US 36 W over Bear CR carry?

About 5,411 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 36 W over Bear CR?

The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 36 W over Bear CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.