US Bridges

Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch

Fair

Scott County, Missouri · S 35 T 28 N R 15 E · Structure no. 4762

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,476
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch is a concrete culvert carrying Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch in Scott County, Missouri. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 5 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 4,476 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,490 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 77 S
CrossesNorth Cut Dtch
LocationS 35 T 28 N R 15 E
RouteState Highway 77
CountyScott County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.04036, -89.46817
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.3 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,476 (2024)
Projected traffic6,490 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch carry?

About 4,476 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 77 S over North Cut Dtch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.