US Bridges

Mo 59 S over Bu 60

Good

Newton County, Missouri · S 10 T 25 N R 31 W · Structure no. 3261

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,720
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 59 S over Bu 60 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 59 S over Bu 60 in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6,720 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,440 by 2044. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesMo 59 S
CrossesBu 60
LocationS 10 T 25 N R 31 W
RouteState Highway 59
Coordinates36.90488, -94.31662
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.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,720 (2024)
Projected traffic13,440 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 59 S over Bu 60 built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 59 S over Bu 60 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 59 S over Bu 60 carry?

About 6,720 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Mo 59 S over Bu 60?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 59 S over Bu 60?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.