US Bridges

US 24 E over BNSF RR

Good

Marion County, Missouri · S 36 T 57 N R 7 W · Structure no. 31641

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
228 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,896
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 E over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 24 E over BNSF RR in Marion County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 5,896 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,202 by 2044. The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 24 E
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 36 T 57 N R 7 W
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates39.68586, -91.64041
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.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length228 ft (69.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,896 (2024)
Projected traffic11,202 by 2044
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 24 E over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 E over BNSF RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 24 E over BNSF RR carry?

About 5,896 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 24 E over BNSF RR?

The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 E over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.