US 136 E over Drain Dtch
PoorClark County, Missouri · S 35 T 65 N R 6 W · Structure no. 4516
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 87 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,085
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 136 E over Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 136 E over Drain Dtch in Clark County, Missouri. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,085 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,232 by 2044. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 136 E over Drain Dtch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 136 E over Drain Dtch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does US 136 E over Drain Dtch carry?
About 2,085 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 136 E over Drain Dtch?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 136 E over Drain Dtch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.