FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RT PP E

Carrying RT PP E over CHARITON RVR OVRFL

S 12 T 53 N R 17 W, Chariton, Missouri

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
14 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: RT PP E

The RT PP E bridge in Chariton, Missouri carries RT PP E over CHARITON RVR OVRFL. It was built in 1959, making it 67 years old today. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 3 sections, stretching 38.1 meters (125 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 402 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Missouri bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 4/9, superstructure at 7/9, substructure at 5/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 13.5 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How RT PP E compares

▼ 20.2
Load rating vs Missouri average (33.7 t)
Bottom 8%
Lower load rating than 92% of Missouri bridges
289
Bridges in Chariton · 33 in Poor condition
RT PP E 13.5 t
Missouri average 33.7 t

Live comparison across Missouri.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
26.1 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
18.3
Serviceability /30
6.0
Essentiality /15
1.9
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Superstructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
13.5 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1959
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
38.1 m (125 ft)
Deck Width
6.8 m (22 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
402 vehicles/day
Structure Number
7305

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.
  • At 7/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates fair at 5/9, minor deterioration that routine maintenance should address.

How to read this record

RT PP E is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare RT PP E against other structures in Chariton and across Missouri. Missouri bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for RT PP E?

RT PP E in Chariton, Missouri has a deck rating of 4/9, superstructure rating of 7/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RT PP E inspected?

RT PP E's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 402 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RT PP E is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for RT PP E?

RT PP E has an NBI inventory load rating of 13.5 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RT PP E?

RT PP E is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is RT PP E and does age affect safety?

RT PP E was built in 1959, making it 67 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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