Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br
GoodPhelps County, Missouri · S 34 T 36 N R 7 W · Structure no. 5560
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 212
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br in Phelps County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 212 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 318 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 72 S over Peters 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 Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br carry?
About 212 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Old HWY 72 S over Peters Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.