US Bridges

Mo 72 E over Martin Br

Good

Iron County, Missouri · S 3 T 33 N R 4 E · Structure no. 5149

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,941
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 72 E over Martin Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Martin Br in Iron County, Missouri. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older 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 1,941 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,912 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

CarriesMo 72 E
CrossesMartin Br
LocationS 3 T 33 N R 4 E
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates37.58443, -90.5887
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,941 (2024)
Projected traffic2,912 by 2044
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 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 Martin Br built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 72 E over Martin Br 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 72 E over Martin Br carry?

About 1,941 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Mo 72 E over Martin Br?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 72 E over Martin Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.