US Bridges

Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR

Good

Lawrence County, Missouri · S 32 T 29 N R 27 W · Structure no. 35574

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,651
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 4,651 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,442 by 2044. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesMo 96 E
CrossesDry Fork CR
LocationS 32 T 29 N R 27 W
RouteState Highway 96
Coordinates37.18995, -93.90108
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,651 (2024)
Projected traffic7,442 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 96 E over Dry Fork 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR carry?

About 4,651 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 96 E over Dry Fork CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.