Rt W S over Ritchey Br
FairNewton County, Missouri · S 26 T 26 N R 30 W · Structure no. 10020
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 222
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt W S over Ritchey Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt W S over Ritchey Br in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 222 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 366 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt W S over Ritchey Br built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt W S over Ritchey Br 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Rt W S over Ritchey Br carry?
About 222 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is Rt W S over Ritchey Br?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rt W S over Ritchey Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.