Mo 143 S over Hawk Br
FairIron County, Missouri · S 10 T 30 N R 4 E · Structure no. 2081
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 143 S over Hawk Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 143 S over Hawk Br in Iron County, Missouri. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 826 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 Mo 143 S over Hawk Br built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 143 S over Hawk 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Mo 143 S over Hawk Br carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mo 143 S over Hawk Br?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 143 S over Hawk Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.