US Bridges

Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR

Good

Ralls County, Missouri · S 35 T 53 N R 7 W · Structure no. 29620

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR in Ralls County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 56 by 2043. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBorder LN 244
CrossesMiddle Lick CR
LocationS 35 T 53 N R 7 W
RouteCounty Highway 244
Coordinates39.32419, -91.65158
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2023)
Projected traffic56 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Border LN 244 over Middle Lick 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Border LN 244 over Middle Lick CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.