Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR
GoodPolk County, Missouri · S 25 T 33 N R 24 W · Structure no. 8176
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 290
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR in Polk County, Missouri. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 290 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 464 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt Ww E over Br Bear 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 Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR carry?
About 290 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Rt Ww E over Br Bear CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.