US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6
FairPemiscot County, Missouri · S 16 T 16 N R 11 E · Structure no. 4648
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 175 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,663
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6 in Pemiscot County, Missouri. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 65 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 1,663 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,495 by 2044. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6 carry?
About 1,663 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 S over Main Dtch No 6?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.