Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR
FairPosted for loadJefferson County, Missouri · S 22 T 42 N R 5 E · Structure no. 28379
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,250 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Rt M over Dry Fork 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Old Rt M over Dry Fork CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.