US Bridges

Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD

Good

Newton County, Missouri · S 4 T 25 N R 32 W · Structure no. 4243

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,033
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 14,033 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,961 by 2044. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 49 N
CrossesCrd Iris RD
LocationS 4 T 25 N R 32 W
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates36.92405, -94.42997
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95.2 US tons
Inventory rating56.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,033 (2024)
Projected traffic25,961 by 2044
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD 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 Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD carry?

About 14,033 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Is 49 N over Crd Iris RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.