Rt Ab E over Polar Br
GoodStoddard County, Missouri · S 3 T 26 N R 11 E · Structure no. 7197
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 656
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt Ab E over Polar Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Ab E over Polar Br in Stoddard County, Missouri. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 656 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 918 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 Ab E over Polar Br built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt Ab E over Polar Br 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 Ab E over Polar Br carry?
About 656 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt Ab E over Polar Br?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Rt Ab E over Polar Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.