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BNSF Route H Bridge

Steel Stringer Bridge over Missouri Route H
Liberty, Clay County, Missouri

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Name BNSF Route H Bridge
Built By Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Contractor Unknown
Currently Owned By BNSF Railway
Length 135 Feet Total, 50 Foot Main Span
Width 1 Track
Height Above Ground 14 Feet 8 Inches
Superstructure Type Steel Stringer
Substructure Type Concrete
Date Built 1936
Traffic Count 1 Train/Day (Estimated)
Current Status In Use
BNSF Bridge Number 209.21
Significance Local Significance
Documentation Date November 2019


Located in Liberty, this steel stringer bridge crosses Route H.
Built in 1936, the bridge consists of five steel stringer spans, set onto concrete substructures. In addition, the bridge utilizes a ballasted deck, and features a standard Burlington Route imprint on the piers.
This style bridge was very popular for grade separations, as it was easy to construct and required relatively little maintenance.
Overall, the bridge appears to be in good condition, with little significant deterioration noted.

The author has ranked this bridge as being locally significant, due to the common design.
The photo above is an overview.

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Railroad Line History Source ICC Valuation Information, Compiled by Richard S. Steele