Rt U E over Is 55
FairNew Madrid County, Missouri · S 2704 T 23 N R 14 E · Structure no. 8300
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 225 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,457
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt U E over Is 55 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rt U E over Is 55 in New Madrid County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,457 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,258 by 2044. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt U E over Is 55 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt U E over Is 55 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Rt U E over Is 55 carry?
About 1,457 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt U E over Is 55?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Rt U E over Is 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.