US Bridges

US 61 S over Glaize CR

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Jefferson County, Missouri · S 747 T 42 N R 6 E · Structure no. 34794

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,585
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over Glaize CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over Glaize CR in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 5,585 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,495 by 2044. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesGlaize CR
LocationS 747 T 42 N R 6 E
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates38.34347, -90.38676
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.3 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,585 (2024)
Projected traffic9,495 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 61 S over Glaize CR built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over Glaize 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over Glaize CR carry?

About 5,585 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over Glaize CR?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US 61 S over Glaize CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.