Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR
FairPolk County, Missouri · S 16 T 33 N R 23 W · Structure no. 7741
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,071
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR in Polk County, Missouri. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 71 years old, older 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 6 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 1,071 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,714 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is Rt T E over W Fk Bear 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 2023.
How much traffic does Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR carry?
About 1,071 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Rt T E over W Fk Bear CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.