Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek
GoodPosted for loadJackson County, Missouri · East of HWY 7 · Structure no. DAPAMCLAK000008
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 176 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Commanders Ridge over West Fire Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the Army.