US Bridges

Birmingham RD over Rock CR

Good

Clay County, Missouri · S 9 T 50 N R 32 W · Structure no. 28212

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,140
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Birmingham RD over Rock CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Birmingham RD over Rock CR in Clay County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,424 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesBirmingham RD
CrossesRock CR
LocationS 9 T 50 N R 32 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.15433, -94.49057
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,140 (2024)
Projected traffic3,424 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Birmingham RD over Rock CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Birmingham RD over Rock CR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Birmingham RD over Rock CR carry?

About 2,140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Birmingham RD over Rock CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Birmingham RD over Rock CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.