Barry County Bridge Report Card
Barry County scores 62 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Barry County, Missouri
Barry County has 167 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 25 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 15.0% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,601 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Barry County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 62/100 (D). The county has 167 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 25 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,601 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 15.0% | 29.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.0% of measured traffic | 6.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 206,436 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 15.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 18,601 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Barry County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 112 W over Dry Hollow Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,497 | 1934 |
| Dairy ST over Kelly CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,910 | 1930 |
| RT Bb E over Br Of Flat CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,871 | 1960 |
| Mo 86 E over Table Rock Lk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,830 | 1957 |
| Mo 39 S over Brantley Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,805 | 1933 |
| Mo 39 S over Flat CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,679 | 1938 |
| Mo 248 E over Flat CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,443 | 1930 |
| Front ST over Kelly CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 935 | 1930 |
| Mo 97 S over Hudson CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 899 | 1953 |
| Mo 97 S over Capps CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 899 | 1953 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.