US Bridges

Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr

Good

Monroe County, Missouri · S 23 T 54 N R 10 W · Structure no. 3840

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
465 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,206
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr in Monroe County, Missouri. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,206 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,419 by 2044. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesMo 15 S
CrossesElk Fk Salt Rvr
LocationS 23 T 54 N R 10 W
RouteState Highway 15
Coordinates39.44312, -92.00227
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length465 ft (141.7 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,206 (2024)
Projected traffic3,419 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr 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 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr carry?

About 2,206 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr?

The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 15 S over Elk Fk Salt Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.