US Bridges

Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR

Good

Dent County, Missouri · S 31 T 35 N R 6 W · Structure no. 30892

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
301 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,072
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR in Dent County, Missouri. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,072 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,608 by 2044. The structure is 301 ft (91.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesMo 72 E
CrossesDry Fork CR
LocationS 31 T 35 N R 6 W
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates37.71271, -91.62934
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length301 ft (91.8 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,072 (2024)
Projected traffic7,608 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 72 E over Dry Fork 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR carry?

About 5,072 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR?

The structure is 301 ft (91.8 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 72 E over Dry Fork CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.