US Bridges

S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR

Good

Clay County, Missouri · S 25 T 51 N R 32 W · Structure no. 36604

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
702 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,600
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR in Clay County, Missouri. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 6,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,230 by 2044. The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesS Liberty Parkway
CrossesBNSF Rr-L Shoal CR
LocationS 25 T 51 N R 32 W
RouteCounty Highway 247
CountyClay County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.20869, -94.44206
Functional classRural Local

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length702 ft (214 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,600 (2024)
Projected traffic10,230 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR carry?

About 6,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR?

The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns S Liberty Parkway over BNSF Rr-L Shoal CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.