US Bridges

Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv

Good

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 26 T 43 N R 5 E · Structure no. 33174

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,565
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,565 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,661 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesLonedell RD
CrossesTrib of Meramec Rv
LocationS 26 T 43 N R 5 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.43731, -90.42738
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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,565 (2023)
Projected traffic2,661 by 2043
Trucks5%
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 Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv built?

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

What condition is Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv 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 Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv carry?

About 1,565 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Lonedell RD over Trib of Meramec Rv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.