Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br
FairRalls County, Missouri · S 1 T 56 N R 5 W · Structure no. 18435
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br is a concrete culvert carrying Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br in Ralls County, Missouri. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Orchard Ave over Bear Creek Br?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.