US Bridges

Rt K E over Dry Br

Good

St. Francois County, Missouri · S 10 T 37 N R 5 E · Structure no. 12069

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,310
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt K E over Dry Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt K E over Dry Br in St. Francois County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,310 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,096 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesRt K E
CrossesDry Br
LocationS 10 T 37 N R 5 E
RouteState Highway 0K
Coordinates37.92964, -90.46142
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,310 (2024)
Projected traffic2,096 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Rt K E over Dry Br built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt K E over Dry 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Rt K E over Dry Br carry?

About 1,310 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rt K E over Dry Br?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Rt K E over Dry Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.