Mo 72 E over Rankin Br
FairIron County, Missouri · S 36 T 34 N R 4 E · Structure no. 5362
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- 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 Rankin Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Rankin Br in Iron County, Missouri. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 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 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 72 E over Rankin Br built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 72 E over Rankin 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 72 E over Rankin Br carry?
About 1,941 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Mo 72 E over Rankin Br?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 72 E over Rankin Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.