County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR
PoorPosted for loadPike County, Missouri · S 1818 T 52 N R 3 W · Structure no. 18137
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 65 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6 by 2043. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 317 over W Sulphur CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.