US Bridges

Catlin DR over Glaize Crk

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 25 T 42 N R 5 E · Structure no. 36841

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,476
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Catlin DR over Glaize Crk is a concrete continuous slab carrying Catlin DR over Glaize Crk in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,476 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,952 by 2043. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCatlin DR
CrossesGlaize Crk
LocationS 25 T 42 N R 5 E
RouteCounty Highway 859
Coordinates38.34788, -90.40454
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.9 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,476 (2023)
Projected traffic10,952 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Catlin DR over Glaize Crk built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Catlin DR over Glaize Crk 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Catlin DR over Glaize Crk carry?

About 5,476 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Catlin DR over Glaize Crk?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Catlin DR over Glaize Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.