Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch
FairWashington County, Missouri · S 17 T 37 N R 2 E · Structure no. 5273
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,815
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch in Washington County, Missouri. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 30 ft (9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mo 8 E over Drain 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch carry?
About 3,815 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Mo 8 E over Drain Dtch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.