US 71 S over Sink CR
FairNodaway County, Missouri · S 18 T 66 N R 36 W · Structure no. 3606
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 S over Sink CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 71 S over Sink CR in Nodaway County, Missouri. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,940 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 S over Sink CR built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 S over Sink CR 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 US 71 S over Sink CR carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 71 S over Sink CR?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 71 S over Sink CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.