US Bridges

Mo 13 S over Brush CR

Good

Polk County, Missouri · S 16 T 35 N R 24 W · Structure no. 30449

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,642
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 13 S over Brush CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 13 S over Brush CR in Polk 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 7,642 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,374 by 2044. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMo 13 S
CrossesBrush CR
LocationS 16 T 35 N R 24 W
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates37.7876, -93.58247
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,642 (2024)
Projected traffic13,374 by 2044
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Mo 13 S over Brush CR built?

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

What condition is Mo 13 S over Brush 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 13 S over Brush CR carry?

About 7,642 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is Mo 13 S over Brush CR?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 13 S over Brush CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.