Rt M E over Mill Dam CR
FairIron County, Missouri · S 1 T 33 N R 3 E · Structure no. 9702
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 248
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt M E over Mill Dam CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt M E over Mill Dam CR in Iron County, Missouri. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 248 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 347 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 Rt M E over Mill Dam CR built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt M E over Mill Dam 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Rt M E over Mill Dam CR carry?
About 248 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt M E over Mill Dam CR?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Rt M E over Mill Dam CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.