US Bridges

Lookout Trl over Strobel CR

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 26 T 45 N R 14 W · Structure no. 33559

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,001
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lookout Trl over Strobel CR is a concrete culvert carrying Lookout Trl over Strobel CR in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 11,001 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,702 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesLookout Trl
CrossesStrobel CR
LocationS 26 T 45 N R 14 W
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCole County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.61656, -92.43247
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,001 (2024)
Projected traffic18,702 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Lookout Trl over Strobel CR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lookout Trl over Strobel CR 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 Lookout Trl over Strobel CR carry?

About 11,001 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Lookout Trl over Strobel CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Lookout Trl over Strobel CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.