US Bridges

Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 15 T 43 N R 14 W · Structure no. 17394

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
68
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree is a concrete slab carrying Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 68 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 116 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCurtman RD
CrossesTrib of Roark Cree
LocationS 15 T 43 N R 14 W
RouteCounty Highway 151
CountyCole County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.48106, -92.43806
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68 (2024)
Projected traffic116 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree 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 Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree carry?

About 68 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Curtman RD over Trib of Roark Cree?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.