US Bridges

US 24 E over BNSF RR

Good

Marion County, Missouri · S 10 T 59 N R 5 W · Structure no. 4072

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
238 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,828
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 1992, so it is 33 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 19,828 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,673 by 2044. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesUS 24 E
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 10 T 59 N R 5 W
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates39.92821, -91.43683
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length238 ft (72.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,828 (2024)
Projected traffic37,673 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 24 E over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 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 19,828 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 24 E over BNSF RR?

The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 E over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.