US Bridges

Rt Ap S over Noblett CR

FairPosted for load

Douglas County, Missouri · S 24 T 26 N R 11 W · Structure no. 8256

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
87
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Ap S over Noblett CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt Ap S over Noblett CR in Douglas County, Missouri. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 63 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 87 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 135 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesRt Ap S
CrossesNoblett CR
LocationS 24 T 26 N R 11 W
RouteState Highway 0AP
Coordinates36.92104, -92.09572
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic87 (2024)
Projected traffic135 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Rt Ap S over Noblett CR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is Rt Ap S over Noblett 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Rt Ap S over Noblett CR carry?

About 87 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Rt Ap S over Noblett CR?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Rt Ap S over Noblett CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.