Benton Blvd over Brush CR
PoorPosted for loadJackson County, Missouri · S 27 T 49 N R 33 W · Structure no. 25444
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 324 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,180
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Benton Blvd over Brush CR is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Benton Blvd over Brush CR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 102 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,180 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,734 by 2044. The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long and 68 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Benton Blvd over Brush CR built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is Benton Blvd over Brush CR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Benton Blvd over Brush CR carry?
About 5,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Benton Blvd over Brush CR?
The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Benton Blvd over Brush CR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.