US Bridges

US 136 E over Branch CR

Fair

Atchison County, Missouri · S 22 T 65 N R 40 W · Structure no. 2202

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,140
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 136 E over Branch CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 136 E over Branch CR in Atchison County, Missouri. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,494 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 136 E
CrossesBranch CR
LocationS 22 T 65 N R 40 W
RouteU.S. Route 136
CountyAtchison County
StateMissouri
Coordinates40.42315, -95.40129
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,140 (2024)
Projected traffic4,494 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 136 E over Branch CR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 136 E over Branch CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does US 136 E over Branch CR carry?

About 2,140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 136 E over Branch CR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns US 136 E over Branch CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.