US Bridges

Mo 17 S over BNSF RR

Good

Pulaski County, Missouri · S 20 T 37 N R 12 W · Structure no. 3684

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,820
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 17 S over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 17 S over BNSF RR in Pulaski County, Missouri. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,820 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,112 by 2044. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesMo 17 S
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 20 T 37 N R 12 W
RouteState Highway 17
Coordinates37.9276, -92.26589
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,820 (2024)
Projected traffic6,112 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 17 S over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 17 S over BNSF RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 17 S over BNSF RR carry?

About 3,820 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 17 S over BNSF RR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 17 S over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.