Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow
GoodCape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 248 T 31 N R 12 E · Structure no. 32587
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,127
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow is a steel continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,127 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,948 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow 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 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow carry?
About 6,127 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Mo 72 E over Byrd CR Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.