Is 44 W over US 166
FairNewton County, Missouri · S 11 T 26 N R 34 W · Structure no. 6551
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,699
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 44 W over US 166 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 44 W over US 166 in Newton County, Missouri. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 69 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 15,699 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,043 by 2044. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 44 W over US 166 built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Is 44 W over US 166 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Is 44 W over US 166 carry?
About 15,699 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Is 44 W over US 166?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Is 44 W over US 166?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.