US Bridges

Mo 86 E over Shoal CR

Good

Newton County, Missouri · S 35 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 12017

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
512 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
8,337
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 86 E over Shoal CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 86 E over Shoal CR in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8,337 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,674 by 2044. The structure is 512 ft (156.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesMo 86 E
CrossesShoal CR
LocationS 35 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 86
Coordinates37.02042, -94.51367
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length512 ft (156.1 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,337 (2024)
Projected traffic16,674 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 86 E over Shoal CR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 86 E over Shoal 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 86 E over Shoal CR carry?

About 8,337 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Mo 86 E over Shoal CR?

The structure is 512 ft (156.1 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 86 E over Shoal CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.