US Bridges

James a Reed RD over Small CR

Fair

Jackson County, Missouri · S 36 T 48 N R 32 W · Structure no. 28224

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,906
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

James a Reed RD over Small CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying James a Reed RD over Small CR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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.

It carries about 2,906 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,778 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesJames a Reed RD
CrossesSmall CR
LocationS 36 T 48 N R 32 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.94484, -94.49434
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,906 (2024)
Projected traffic3,778 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was James a Reed RD over Small CR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is James a Reed RD over Small 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does James a Reed RD over Small CR carry?

About 2,906 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is James a Reed RD over Small CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns James a Reed RD over Small CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.