Moniteau County Bridge Report Card
Moniteau County scores 62 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Moniteau County, Missouri
Moniteau County has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 12.9% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,856 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Moniteau County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 62/100 (D). The county has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,856 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 12.9% | 25.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.9% of measured traffic | 2.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 72,786 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 12.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,856 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Moniteau County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 179 S over Moniteau CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 842 | 1967 |
| RT C E over High Point Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 762 | 1947 |
| RT Cc S over S Moreau CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 696 | 1966 |
| RT U E over Howard CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 406 | 1968 |
| Factory Creek RD over Factory CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1960 |
| Reno Hill RD over Dry Fork CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1912 |
| Oak Dale RD over N Moreau CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1930 |
| Strawberry RD over Trib Of Burris Fk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1930 |
| Pilot Grove RD over Trib Of N Moreau C | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1940 |
| Round Hill RD over Trib Of Lamine Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1920 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.