US Bridges

Mo 7 S over Stone Branch

Fair

Camden County, Missouri · S 5 T 37 N R 15 W · Structure no. 1074

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,388
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 7 S over Stone Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 7 S over Stone Branch in Camden County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,388 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,492 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesMo 7 S
CrossesStone Branch
LocationS 5 T 37 N R 15 W
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates37.96904, -92.60932
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,388 (2024)
Projected traffic5,492 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 7 S over Stone Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 7 S over Stone 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 7 S over Stone Branch carry?

About 2,388 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Mo 7 S over Stone Branch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Mo 7 S over Stone Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.