Mo 171 S over Bens Br
FairJasper County, Missouri · S 16 T 28 N R 32 W · Structure no. 6183
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,033
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 171 S over Bens Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 171 S over Bens Br in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 76 years old, older 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 17,033 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,659 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 171 S over Bens Br built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is Mo 171 S over Bens Br 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 171 S over Bens Br carry?
About 17,033 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Mo 171 S over Bens Br?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mo 171 S over Bens Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.