US Bridges

Mo 21 S over UP RR

Good

Washington County, Missouri · S 36 T 38 N R 2 E · Structure no. 4230

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
208 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,409
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 21 S over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 21 S over UP RR in Washington County, Missouri. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 7,409 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,077 by 2044. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesMo 21 S
CrossesUP RR
LocationS 36 T 38 N R 2 E
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates37.97788, -90.76508
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJune 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,409 (2024)
Projected traffic14,077 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 21 S over UP RR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 21 S over UP 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 21 S over UP RR carry?

About 7,409 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mo 21 S over UP RR?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 21 S over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.