US Bridges

Bluhm RD over Trib. of Flat CR

Good

Pettis County, Missouri · S 14 T 45 N R 20 W · Structure no. 37146

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2023 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 2019, so it is 6 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 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesBluhm RD
CrossesTrib. of Flat CR
LocationS 14 T 45 N R 20 W
RouteCounty Highway 206
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.6646, -93.08371
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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2023)
Projected traffic51 by 2043
Trucks25%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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 2019, making it 6 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 (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Bluhm RD over Trib. of Flat CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Bluhm RD over Trib. of Flat CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.