US Bridges

Fourth ST over Joplin CR

Good

Jasper County, Missouri · S 2 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 32589

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
87 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,824
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fourth ST over Joplin CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Fourth ST over Joplin CR in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 9,824 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,736 by 2045. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFourth ST
CrossesJoplin CR
LocationS 2 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteCity Street 220
Coordinates37.08752, -94.50614
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.9 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,824 (2025)
Projected traffic14,736 by 2045
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fourth ST over Joplin CR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fourth ST over Joplin 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Fourth ST over Joplin CR carry?

About 9,824 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Fourth ST over Joplin CR?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns Fourth ST over Joplin CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.