Mo 72 E over Hyer Br
FairDent County, Missouri · S 3 T 35 N R 7 W · Structure no. 4401
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 279 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,918
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 72 E over Hyer Br is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 72 E over Hyer Br in Dent County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 4,918 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,377 by 2044. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 72 E over Hyer Br built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 72 E over Hyer 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 Mo 72 E over Hyer Br carry?
About 4,918 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Mo 72 E over Hyer Br?
The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 72 E over Hyer Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.