US Bridges

Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR

Fair

Jasper County, Missouri · S 2 T 27 N R 33 W · Structure no. 6082

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,263
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR in Jasper County, Missouri. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 72 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 5 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 18,263 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,308 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesMo 66 E
CrossesE Fk Joplin CR
LocationS 2 T 27 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 66
Coordinates37.08392, -94.50171
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,263 (2024)
Projected traffic28,308 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR carry?

About 18,263 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mo 66 E over E Fk Joplin CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.