US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr
GoodButler County, Missouri · S 12 T 23 N R 4 E · Structure no. 3915
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 280 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,998
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr in Butler County, Missouri. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,998 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,597 by 2044. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr 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 US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr carry?
About 5,998 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 E over Lit Black Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.