US Bridges

Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR

Fair

Bollinger County, Missouri · S 26 T 33 N R 9 E · Structure no. 4723

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,211
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR in Bollinger County, Missouri. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 5 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 2,211 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,869 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 72 E
CrossesLit Whitewater CR
LocationS 26 T 33 N R 9 E
RouteState Highway 72
CountyBollinger County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.51692, -90.02022
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,211 (2024)
Projected traffic3,869 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater 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 Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR carry?

About 2,211 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Mo 72 E over Lit Whitewater CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.