US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST
FairPosted for loadJackson County, Missouri · S 22 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 2382
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,688 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,671
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST in Jackson 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 39,671 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,556 by 2044. The structure is 1,688 ft (514.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST carry?
About 39,671 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST?
The structure is 1,688 ft (514.5 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 N over Blue Rvr Cst E 85th ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.