Nickel Ave over Bear CR
GoodSaline County, Missouri · S 1 T 51 N R 20 W · Structure no. 20317
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nickel Ave over Bear CR is a concrete culvert carrying Nickel Ave over Bear CR in Saline County, Missouri. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 95 years old, older 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 75 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 83 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nickel Ave over Bear CR built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Nickel Ave over Bear 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nickel Ave over Bear CR carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Nickel Ave over Bear CR?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Nickel Ave over Bear CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency and maintained by the Other Local Agency.