Rt D E over Bess Slu
GoodStoddard County, Missouri · S 8 T 24 N R 11 E · Structure no. 5997
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 349
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt D E over Bess Slu is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt D E over Bess Slu in Stoddard County, Missouri. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 349 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 489 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt D E over Bess Slu built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt D E over Bess Slu 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 2023.
How much traffic does Rt D E over Bess Slu carry?
About 349 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt D E over Bess Slu?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Rt D E over Bess Slu?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.