US Bridges

US 136 E over Sampson CR

Good

Harrison County, Missouri · S 17 T 63 N R 29 W · Structure no. 29202

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,145
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 136 E over Sampson CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 136 E over Sampson CR in Harrison County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 2,145 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,505 by 2044. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 136 E
CrossesSampson CR
LocationS 17 T 63 N R 29 W
RouteU.S. Route 136
Coordinates40.26131, -94.19047
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.2 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,145 (2024)
Projected traffic4,505 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 136 E over Sampson CR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 136 E over Sampson 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 136 E over Sampson CR carry?

About 2,145 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 136 E over Sampson CR?

The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 136 E over Sampson CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.