US Bridges

Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR

Good

Iron County, Missouri · S 36 T 33 N R 4 E · Structure no. 5407

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,941
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR 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 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 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

CarriesMo 72 E
CrossesBr of Stouts CR
LocationS 36 T 33 N R 4 E
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates37.59926, -90.53783
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 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 Br of Stouts CR built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR 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 Br of Stouts CR carry?

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

How long is Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 72 E over Br of Stouts CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.