US Bridges

Mo 17 S over Hansford Br

Fair

Miller County, Missouri · S 7 T 38 N R 12 W · Structure no. 5641

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,008
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 17 S over Hansford Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 17 S over Hansford Br in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 2,008 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,217 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 17 S
CrossesHansford Br
LocationS 7 T 38 N R 12 W
RouteState Highway 17
CountyMiller County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.04165, -92.28896
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating94.2 US tons
Inventory rating56.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,008 (2024)
Projected traffic4,217 by 2044
Trucks15%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 17 S over Hansford Br built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 17 S over Hansford 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 17 S over Hansford Br carry?

About 2,008 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Mo 17 S over Hansford Br?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 17 S over Hansford Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.