Rt B S over Buzzard CR
FairRipley County, Missouri · S 14 T 23 N R 4 E · Structure no. 6700
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 941
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt B S over Buzzard CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt B S over Buzzard CR in Ripley County, Missouri. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 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 941 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,317 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt B S over Buzzard CR built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt B S over Buzzard 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Rt B S over Buzzard CR carry?
About 941 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt B S over Buzzard CR?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Rt B S over Buzzard CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.