US Bridges

Mo 72 over BNSF RR

Good

Phelps County, Missouri · S 10 T 37 N R 8 W · Structure no. 35695

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,100
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 72 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 72 over BNSF RR in Phelps County, Missouri. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 12,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,730 by 2044. The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMo 72
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 10 T 37 N R 8 W
RouteCity Street 375
Coordinates37.94222, -91.78542
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,100 (2024)
Projected traffic15,730 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Mo 72 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 72 over BNSF RR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 72 over BNSF RR carry?

About 12,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Mo 72 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 72 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.