Mo 72 E over Ragan Br
GoodPhelps County, Missouri · S 28 T 36 N R 7 W · Structure no. 4402
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,198
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 72 E over Ragan Br is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 72 E over Ragan Br in Phelps County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,198 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,317 by 2044. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 72 E over Ragan Br built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 72 E over Ragan Br 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Mo 72 E over Ragan Br carry?
About 5,198 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Mo 72 E over Ragan Br?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 72 E over Ragan Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.