US Bridges

Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR

Good

Scott County, Missouri · S 5 T 29 N R 13 E · Structure no. 34471

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
389 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,149
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR in Scott County, Missouri. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 2,149 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,116 by 2044. The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesRt M E
CrossesUP RR BNSF RR
LocationS 5 T 29 N R 13 E
RouteState Highway 0M
Coordinates37.20478, -89.64022
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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length389 ft (118.6 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,149 (2024)
Projected traffic3,116 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR carry?

About 2,149 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR?

The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Rt M E over UP RR BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.