US Bridges

US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF

FairPosted for load

Jackson County, Missouri · S 22 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 2393

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,589 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
36,578
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF 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 36,578 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,380 by 2044. The structure is 1,589 ft (484.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 71 S
CrossesCst Blue Rvr RD BNSF
LocationS 22 T 48 N R 33 W
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates38.97218, -94.54613
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans19
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,589 ft (484.3 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,578 (2024)
Projected traffic49,380 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF 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 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF carry?

About 36,578 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF?

The structure is 1,589 ft (484.3 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 71 S over Cst Blue Rvr RD BNSF?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.