Rt a E over Is 55
FairJefferson County, Missouri · S 194 T 40 N R 6 E · Structure no. 11898
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 170 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,563
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt a E over Is 55 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt a E over Is 55 in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 6 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 21,563 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,657 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 194 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt a E over Is 55 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt a E over Is 55 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Rt a E over Is 55 carry?
About 21,563 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Rt a E over Is 55?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 194 ft wide.
Who owns Rt a E over Is 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.