Mo 131 S over Shafer Br
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 3 T 46 N R 28 W · Structure no. 8557
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,527
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 131 S over Shafer Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 131 S over Shafer Br in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 95 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 5 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 3,527 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,467 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 131 S over Shafer Br built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is Mo 131 S over Shafer 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 131 S over Shafer Br carry?
About 3,527 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Mo 131 S over Shafer Br?
The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Mo 131 S over Shafer Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.