US Bridges

Mo 177 S over Scism CR

Good

Cape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 22 T 31 N R 14 E · Structure no. 36696

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
104 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,739
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 177 S over Scism CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 177 S over Scism CR in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,739 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,695 by 2044. The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 177 S
CrossesScism CR
LocationS 22 T 31 N R 14 E
RouteState Highway 177
CountyCape Girardeau County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.35073, -89.48321
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length104 ft (31.6 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,739 (2024)
Projected traffic2,695 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 177 S over Scism CR built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 177 S over Scism 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 November 2023.

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

About 1,739 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mo 177 S over Scism CR?

The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 177 S over Scism CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.