US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin
GoodJackson County, Missouri · S 28 T 49 N R 33 W · Structure no. 4042
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,137 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,258
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 45,258 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,098 by 2044. The structure is 1,137 ft (346.6 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin carry?
About 45,258 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin?
The structure is 1,137 ft (346.6 m) long with a longest span of 183 ft (55.8 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 S over Cst DR Martin Luther Kin?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.