Rt M E over Gower Br
FairDallas County, Missouri · S 3 T 32 N R 19 W · Structure no. 2627
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 524
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt M E over Gower Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt M E over Gower Br in Dallas County, Missouri. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 524 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt M E over Gower Br built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt M E over Gower 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 2023.
How much traffic does Rt M E over Gower Br carry?
About 524 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Rt M E over Gower Br?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Rt M E over Gower Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.