Mo 740 E over Flat Branch
FairBoone County, Missouri · S 14 T 48 N R 13 W · Structure no. 338
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 66 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,470
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 740 E over Flat Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 740 E over Flat Branch in Boone County, Missouri. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 62 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 25,470 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,120 by 2044. The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 740 E over Flat Branch built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Mo 740 E over Flat Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Mo 740 E over Flat Branch carry?
About 25,470 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Mo 740 E over Flat Branch?
The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Mo 740 E over Flat Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.