Rt K S over Benton Br
FairDallas County, Missouri · S 11 T 34 N R 19 W · Structure no. 7848
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 675
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt K S over Benton Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt K S over Benton Br in Dallas County, Missouri. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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.
It carries about 675 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 979 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 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 Rt K S over Benton Br built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt K S over Benton Br 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Rt K S over Benton Br carry?
About 675 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Rt K S over Benton Br?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rt K S over Benton Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.