US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring
FairPosted for loadBarton County, Missouri · S 14 T 31 N R 29 W · Structure no. 5165
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 258 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,170
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring is a concrete tee beam carrying US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring in Barton County, Missouri. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,170 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,106 by 2044. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring carry?
About 1,170 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring?
The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 E over Muddy Fk of Spring?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.