US Bridges

Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR

Good

Scott County, Missouri · S 25 T 30 N R 13 E · Structure no. 4278

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
412 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,763
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR in Scott 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 2,763 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,006 by 2044. The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesRt Ab E
CrossesRamsey CR
LocationS 25 T 30 N R 13 E
RouteState Highway 0AB
Coordinates37.23934, -89.54778
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length412 ft (125.6 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,763 (2024)
Projected traffic4,006 by 2044
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Ab E over Ramsey CR built?

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

What condition is Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR carry?

About 2,763 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR?

The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Rt Ab E over Ramsey CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.