US Bridges

Charlotte ST over Kct Railway

GoodPosted for load

Jackson County, Missouri · S 8 T 49 N R 33 W · Structure no. 25418

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
182 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,897
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Charlotte ST over Kct Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Charlotte ST over Kct Railway in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,897 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,466 by 2044. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesCharlotte ST
CrossesKct Railway
LocationS 8 T 49 N R 33 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.08862, -94.57452
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,897 (2024)
Projected traffic2,466 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Charlotte ST over Kct Railway built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Charlotte ST over Kct Railway 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Charlotte ST over Kct Railway carry?

About 1,897 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Charlotte ST over Kct Railway?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Charlotte ST over Kct Railway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.