Mo 43 S over Drywood CR
FairVernon County, Missouri · S 4 T 34 N R 32 W · Structure no. 2028
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,771
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 43 S over Drywood CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 43 S over Drywood CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,771 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,479 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 43 S over Drywood CR built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 43 S over Drywood CR 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 43 S over Drywood CR carry?
About 1,771 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Mo 43 S over Drywood CR?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mo 43 S over Drywood CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.