US Bridges

Richardson RD E over BNSF RR

Good

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 2291 T 43 N R 6 E · Structure no. 11761

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
219 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,439
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Richardson RD E over BNSF RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Richardson RD E over BNSF RR in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 30,439 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,746 by 2044. The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRichardson RD E
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 2291 T 43 N R 6 E
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.41443, -90.38756
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length219 ft (66.8 m)
Longest span219 ft (66.8 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,439 (2024)
Projected traffic51,746 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Richardson RD E over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Richardson RD E over BNSF RR 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Richardson RD E over BNSF RR carry?

About 30,439 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Richardson RD E over BNSF RR?

The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long with a longest span of 219 ft (66.8 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Richardson RD E over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.