US Bridges

Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave

Good

Marion County, Missouri · S 19 T 57 N R 4 W · Structure no. 4156

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,663
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave in Marion County, Missouri. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 10,663 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,260 by 2044. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 72 E
CrossesCst Central Ave
LocationS 19 T 57 N R 4 W
RouteInterstate 72
Coordinates39.71538, -91.38156
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,663 (2024)
Projected traffic20,260 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave carry?

About 10,663 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Is 72 E over Cst Central Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.