Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br
FairDaviess County, Missouri · S 34 T 58 N R 26 W · Structure no. 9781
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br in Daviess County, Missouri. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt M E over W Fk of Big 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rt M E over W Fk of Big Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.