Audrain LN 246 over Branch
FairRalls County, Missouri · S 31 T 53 N R 5 W · Structure no. 20080
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Audrain LN 246 over Branch is a steel culvert carrying Audrain LN 246 over Branch 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 44 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 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 Audrain LN 246 over Branch built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Audrain LN 246 over Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Audrain LN 246 over Branch carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Audrain LN 246 over Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Audrain LN 246 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.