US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR
FairJackson County, Missouri · S 15 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 3875
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 486 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,578
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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.
It carries about 36,578 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,380 by 2044. The structure is 486 ft (148.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR carry?
About 36,578 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR?
The structure is 486 ft (148.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 S over South Access RD BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.