US Bridges

Rt a S over Wakenda CR

Good

Ray County, Missouri · S 34 T 54 N R 26 W · Structure no. 31346

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
232
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt a S over Wakenda CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt a S over Wakenda CR in Ray County, Missouri. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 232 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 336 by 2044. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesRt a S
CrossesWakenda CR
LocationS 34 T 54 N R 26 W
RouteState Highway 0A
Coordinates39.44197, -93.81469
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating108.1 US tons
Inventory rating60.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic232 (2024)
Projected traffic336 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt a S over Wakenda CR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt a S over Wakenda 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 Rt a S over Wakenda CR carry?

About 232 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rt a S over Wakenda CR?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Rt a S over Wakenda CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.