US Bridges

Mo 8 E over Breton CR

Fair

Washington County, Missouri · S 16 T 37 N R 2 E · Structure no. 5229

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,815
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 8 E over Breton CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 8 E over Breton CR in Washington County, Missouri. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 3,815 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,249 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesMo 8 E
CrossesBreton CR
LocationS 16 T 37 N R 2 E
RouteState Highway 8
CountyWashington County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.94208, -90.81025
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,815 (2024)
Projected traffic7,249 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 8 E over Breton CR built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 8 E over Breton 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 8 E over Breton CR carry?

About 3,815 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Mo 8 E over Breton CR?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 8 E over Breton CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.