US Bridges

Waterford RD over Strobel Br

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 2 T 44 N R 14 W · Structure no. 13007

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
65
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waterford RD over Strobel Br is a concrete slab carrying Waterford RD over Strobel Br in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 5 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 65 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 111 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesWaterford RD
CrossesStrobel Br
LocationS 2 T 44 N R 14 W
RouteCounty Highway 26
CountyCole County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.6015, -92.42042
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.6 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (2024)
Projected traffic111 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Waterford RD over Strobel Br built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waterford RD over Strobel Br 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Waterford RD over Strobel Br carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Waterford RD over Strobel Br?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Waterford RD over Strobel Br?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.