US Bridges

Rt V S over Valles Mines CR

Fair

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 5 T 38 N R 5 E · Structure no. 29581

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
196 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,934
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt V S over Valles Mines CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt V S over Valles Mines CR in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,934 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,988 by 2044. The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesRt V S
CrossesValles Mines CR
LocationS 5 T 38 N R 5 E
RouteState Highway 0V
Coordinates38.04141, -90.49591
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length196 ft (59.6 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,934 (2024)
Projected traffic4,988 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt V S over Valles Mines CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt V S over Valles Mines CR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Rt V S over Valles Mines CR carry?

About 2,934 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rt V S over Valles Mines CR?

The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Rt V S over Valles Mines CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.