Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR
FairCape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 2205 T 31 N R 12 E · Structure no. 31228
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,983
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 14,983 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,722 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR carry?
About 14,983 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Mo 72 E over Rocky Branch CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.