US Bridges

Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr

Good

Saline County, Missouri · S 11 T 48 N R 23 W · Structure no. 24200

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr in Saline County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 110 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 27 ft wide.

CarriesBerry Bridge RD
CrossesBlackwater Rvr
LocationS 11 T 48 N R 23 W
RouteCounty Highway 463
Coordinates38.95664, -93.41924
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2024)
Projected traffic110 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byOther Local 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 Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Berry Bridge RD over Blackwater Rvr?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency and maintained by the Other Local Agency.