Mo 97 S over Lousy Br
FairDade County, Missouri · S 12 T 31 N R 27 W · Structure no. 31729
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 582
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 97 S over Lousy Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 97 S over Lousy Br in Dade County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 582 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 757 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 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 Mo 97 S over Lousy Br built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 97 S over Lousy Br 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 97 S over Lousy Br carry?
About 582 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Mo 97 S over Lousy Br?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Mo 97 S over Lousy Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.