Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1
FairScott County, Missouri · S 26 T 30 N R 13 E · Structure no. 355
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1 in Scott County, Missouri. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 957 by 2044. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1 carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Or 55 S over Drain Dtch No 1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.