US Bridges

Mo 177 S over Cape CR

Good

Cape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 20 T 31 N R 14 E · Structure no. 1197

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,098
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 177 S over Cape CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 177 S over Cape CR in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,098 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,112 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesMo 177 S
CrossesCape CR
LocationS 20 T 31 N R 14 E
RouteState Highway 177
Coordinates37.34172, -89.5096
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating69.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 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 traffic3,098 (2024)
Projected traffic5,112 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 177 S over Cape CR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 177 S over Cape CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 177 S over Cape CR carry?

About 3,098 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mo 177 S over Cape CR?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Mo 177 S over Cape CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.