Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br
FairMaries County, Missouri · S 35 T 39 N R 7 W · Structure no. 3024
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,868
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br in Maries County, Missouri. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 2,868 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,159 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br carry?
About 2,868 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mo 68 E over Coppedge Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.