US Bridges

Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr

Good

Scotland County, Missouri · S 29 T 64 N R 10 W · Structure no. 6359

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
390 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
524
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr in Scotland County, Missouri. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 72 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 524 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2044. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesRt a S
CrossesN Fabius Rvr
LocationS 29 T 64 N R 10 W
RouteState Highway 0A
Coordinates40.31774, -92.02914
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length390 ft (118.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 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
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is Rt a S over N Fabius 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr carry?

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

How long is Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr?

The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Rt a S over N Fabius Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.