County RD 553 over Creek
GoodCape Girardeau County, Missouri · S 36 T 33 N R 13 E · Structure no. 13793
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 553 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying County RD 553 over Creek in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 64 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 553 over Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 553 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 553 over Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County RD 553 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 553 over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.