US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br
FairMcDonald County, Missouri · S 12 T 21 N R 32 W · Structure no. 1479
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,459
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br in McDonald County, Missouri. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 59 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 5,459 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,553 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br carry?
About 5,459 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 71 N over Lit Sugar CR Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.