Mo 32 E over Cowden Br
FairDallas County, Missouri · S 29 T 34 N R 20 W · Structure no. 6129
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,267
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 32 E over Cowden Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 32 E over Cowden Br in Dallas County, Missouri. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older 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 4,267 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,041 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 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 32 E over Cowden Br built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 32 E over Cowden 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 Mo 32 E over Cowden Br carry?
About 4,267 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mo 32 E over Cowden Br?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mo 32 E over Cowden Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.