Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR
FairRalls County, Missouri · S 7 T 56 N R 6 W · Structure no. 29058
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR is a steel culvert carrying Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR in Ralls County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birch LN 026 over Cedar 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).
Who owns Birch LN 026 over Cedar CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.