Rt O S over Dry Br
FairDent County, Missouri · S 25 T 35 N R 8 W · Structure no. 7940
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 161
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt O S over Dry Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt O S over Dry Br in Dent County, Missouri. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 161 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 Rt O S over Dry Br built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt O S over Dry 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 O S over Dry Br carry?
About 161 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Rt O S over Dry Br?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Rt O S over Dry Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.