US Bridges

US 61 S over Br Peno CR

Fair

Pike County, Missouri · S 33 T 54 N R 3 W · Structure no. 5199

Built
1993
32 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,158
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over Br Peno CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 S over Br Peno CR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 32 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 13,158 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesBr Peno CR
LocationS 33 T 54 N R 3 W
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates39.42147, -91.25282
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,158 (2024)
Projected traffic25,000 by 2044
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 61 S over Br Peno CR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 61 S over Br Peno 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over Br Peno CR carry?

About 13,158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over Br Peno CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 61 S over Br Peno CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.