US Bridges

Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR

Good

Pettis County, Missouri · S 1 T 47 N R 22 W · Structure no. 30369

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
92 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 15 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMcgruder RD
CrossesHeaths CR
LocationS 1 T 47 N R 22 W
RouteCounty Highway 72
Coordinates38.87808, -93.28617
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.3 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.3 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2024)
Projected traffic26 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcgruder RD over Heaths 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 Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.3 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Mcgruder RD over Heaths CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.