US Bridges

Stafford ST over Busch CR

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Franklin County, Missouri · S 22 T 44 N R 1 W · Structure no. 28191

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,107
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stafford ST over Busch CR is a concrete culvert carrying Stafford ST over Busch CR in Franklin County, Missouri. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 2,107 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,371 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesStafford ST
CrossesBusch CR
LocationS 22 T 44 N R 1 W
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFranklin County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.54894, -91.01941
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,107 (2023)
Projected traffic3,371 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Stafford ST over Busch CR built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stafford ST over Busch CR 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 2025.

How much traffic does Stafford ST over Busch CR carry?

About 2,107 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Stafford ST over Busch CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Stafford ST over Busch CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.