US Bridges

Mo 96 E over Stahl CR

Fair

Lawrence County, Missouri · S 27 T 29 N R 27 W · Structure no. 4474

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,651
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 96 E over Stahl CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 96 E over Stahl CR in Lawrence County, Missouri. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,651 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,442 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 96 E
CrossesStahl CR
LocationS 27 T 29 N R 27 W
RouteState Highway 96
CountyLawrence County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.18946, -93.86111
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 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 96 E over Stahl CR built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 96 E over Stahl 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 96 E over Stahl CR carry?

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

How long is Mo 96 E over Stahl CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Mo 96 E over Stahl CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.