US 61 S over Spencer CR
GoodRalls County, Missouri · S 27 T 55 N R 4 W · Structure no. 4229
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 383 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,715
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 S over Spencer CR is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 61 S over Spencer CR in Ralls County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 6,715 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,759 by 2044. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 S over Spencer CR built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 S over Spencer 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 S over Spencer CR carry?
About 6,715 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 61 S over Spencer CR?
The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 S over Spencer CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.