US Bridges

Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR

Fair

Douglas County, Missouri · S 4 T 26 N R 16 W · Structure no. 5265

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,358
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR in Douglas County, Missouri. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 5 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 2,358 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,009 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 14 E
CrossesCowskin CR
LocationS 4 T 26 N R 16 W
RouteState Highway 14
CountyDouglas County
StateMissouri
Coordinates36.97691, -92.69495
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating15.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,358 (2024)
Projected traffic4,009 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 14 E over Cowskin CR built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR carry?

About 2,358 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 14 E over Cowskin CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.