County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR
FairPosted for loadPerry County, Missouri · S 3015 T 36 N R 9 E · Structure no. 14560
- Built
- 1905
- 120 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR in Perry County, Missouri. It was built in 1905 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 120 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 47 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR built?
It was built in 1905, making it 120 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 838 over Trib of Saline CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.