US 71 S over Rt W
PoorJackson County, Missouri · S 26 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 6547
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 217 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,578
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 S over Rt W is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 71 S over Rt W in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 64 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.
It carries about 36,578 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,380 by 2044. The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long and 35 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 S over Rt W built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 71 S over Rt W 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 S over Rt W carry?
About 36,578 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 71 S over Rt W?
The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 S over Rt W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.