US Bridges

Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br

Fair

Phelps County, Missouri · S 12 T 38 N R 7 W · Structure no. 6002

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,868
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 68 E over Br of Cox 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 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 4,589 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesMo 68 E
CrossesBr of Cox Br
LocationS 12 T 38 N R 7 W
RouteState Highway 68
Coordinates38.02455, -91.63372
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,868 (2024)
Projected traffic4,589 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 68 E over Br of Cox 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br carry?

About 2,868 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Mo 68 E over Br of Cox Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.