Rt H E over Murphy Creek
FairCamden County, Missouri · S 16 T 36 N R 14 W · Structure no. 7656
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 647
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt H E over Murphy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt H E over Murphy Creek in Camden County, Missouri. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 647 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,294 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt H E over Murphy Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt H E over Murphy Creek 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 Rt H E over Murphy Creek carry?
About 647 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt H E over Murphy Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rt H E over Murphy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.