US Bridges

Russell RD over Dry CR

Good

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 23 T 40 N R 3 E · Structure no. 33036

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
212
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russell RD over Dry CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Russell RD over Dry CR in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 212 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 424 by 2043. The structure is 145 ft (44.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRussell RD
CrossesDry CR
LocationS 23 T 40 N R 3 E
RouteCounty Highway 276
Coordinates38.18497, -90.66198
Functional classRural Local

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.1 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic212 (2023)
Projected traffic424 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Russell RD over Dry CR built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Russell RD over Dry 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 Russell RD over Dry CR carry?

About 212 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Russell RD over Dry CR?

The structure is 145 ft (44.1 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Russell RD over Dry CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.