US Bridges

Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 18 T 44 N R 21 W · Structure no. 22306

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 68 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesMaltsbarger RD
CrossesTrib of S Flat CR
LocationS 18 T 44 N R 21 W
RouteCounty Highway 349
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.57884, -93.27469
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2024)
Projected traffic68 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Maltsbarger RD over Trib of S Flat CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.