US Bridges

Mo 52 E over Tavern CR

Good

Miller County, Missouri · S 27 T 41 N R 12 W · Structure no. 29637

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
615 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,171
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 52 E over Tavern CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 52 E over Tavern CR in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,171 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,166 by 2044. The structure is 615 ft (187.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesMo 52 E
CrossesTavern CR
LocationS 27 T 41 N R 12 W
RouteState Highway 52
Coordinates38.27754, -92.23389
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length615 ft (187.5 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,171 (2024)
Projected traffic2,166 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Mo 52 E over Tavern CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 52 E over Tavern 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 52 E over Tavern CR carry?

About 1,171 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Mo 52 E over Tavern CR?

The structure is 615 ft (187.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 52 E over Tavern CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.