US Bridges

Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR

Good

Pettis County, Missouri · S 24 T 45 N R 20 W · Structure no. 28659

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 51 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBluhm RD
CrossesTrib of Flat CR
LocationS 24 T 45 N R 20 W
RouteCounty Highway 206
Coordinates38.66342, -93.06803
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating62.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2024)
Projected traffic51 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR 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 February 2024.

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

About 30 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Bluhm RD over Trib of Flat CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.