US Bridges

Mo 47 S over NS RR

Good

Warren County, Missouri · S 28 T 47 N R 2 W · Structure no. 3048

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,531
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 47 S over NS RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 47 S over NS RR in Warren County, Missouri. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 19,531 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,062 by 2044. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMo 47 S
CrossesNS RR
LocationS 28 T 47 N R 2 W
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates38.814, -91.14194
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,531 (2024)
Projected traffic39,062 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 47 S over NS RR built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 47 S over NS 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 47 S over NS RR carry?

About 19,531 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 47 S over NS RR?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 47 S over NS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.