US Bridges

Mo 13 S over Rt J

Good

Ray County, Missouri · S 13 T 51 N R 27 W · Structure no. 30342

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
291 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,123
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 13 S over Rt J is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 13 S over Rt J in Ray County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,123 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,465 by 2044. The structure is 291 ft (88.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMo 13 S
CrossesRt J
LocationS 13 T 51 N R 27 W
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates39.22679, -93.88796
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.3 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length291 ft (88.8 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,123 (2024)
Projected traffic5,465 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 13 S over Rt J built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 13 S over Rt J 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 Mo 13 S over Rt J carry?

About 3,123 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Mo 13 S over Rt J?

The structure is 291 ft (88.8 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 13 S over Rt J?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.