US Bridges

Rt a S over BNSF RR

Fair

Scotland County, Missouri · S 26 T 64 N R 11 W · Structure no. 2390

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
524
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt a S over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt a S over BNSF RR in Scotland County, Missouri. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 524 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesRt a S
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 26 T 64 N R 11 W
RouteState Highway 0A
Coordinates40.3174, -92.08141
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic524 (2024)
Projected traffic760 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt a S over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt a S over BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Rt a S over BNSF RR carry?

About 524 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Rt a S over BNSF RR?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Rt a S over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.