US Bridges

US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl

Poor

Mercer County, Missouri · S 28 T 65 N R 24 W · Structure no. 2285

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
473 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,917
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl in Mercer County, Missouri. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 1,917 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,492 by 2044. The structure is 473 ft (144.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 136 E
CrossesGrand Rvr Ovrfl
LocationS 28 T 65 N R 24 W
RouteU.S. Route 136
Coordinates40.40063, -93.5961
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+8 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length473 ft (144.2 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,917 (2024)
Projected traffic2,492 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl carry?

About 1,917 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl?

The structure is 473 ft (144.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 136 E over Grand Rvr Ovrfl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.