US Bridges

Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR

Good

Miller County, Missouri · S 10 T 39 N R 13 W · Structure no. 31716

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
206 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,188
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,188 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,595 by 2044. The structure is 206 ft (62.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesMo 17 S
CrossesBarren Fork CR
LocationS 10 T 39 N R 13 W
RouteState Highway 17
Coordinates38.13371, -92.34472
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length206 ft (62.7 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,188 (2024)
Projected traffic4,595 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR carry?

About 2,188 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR?

The structure is 206 ft (62.7 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 17 S over Barren Fork CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.