US Bridges

Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR

Good

Pettis County, Missouri · S 17 T 45 N R 23 W · Structure no. 30073

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
132 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
307
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 307 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 491 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRt Aa E
CrossesElk Fk of Muddy CR
LocationS 17 T 45 N R 23 W
RouteState Highway 0AA
Coordinates38.67827, -93.47077
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length132 ft (40.2 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic307 (2024)
Projected traffic491 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR carry?

About 307 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR?

The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Rt Aa E over Elk Fk of Muddy CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.