US Bridges

Rt W S over Spring Br

Good

Jefferson County, Missouri · S 19 T 43 N R 4 E · Structure no. 6262

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,992
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt W S over Spring Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt W S over Spring Br in Jefferson County, Missouri. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 6,992 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,935 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesRt W S
CrossesSpring Br
LocationS 19 T 43 N R 4 E
RouteState Highway 0W
Coordinates38.45193, -90.61659
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,992 (2024)
Projected traffic12,935 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt W S over Spring Br built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt W S over Spring Br 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Rt W S over Spring Br carry?

About 6,992 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Rt W S over Spring Br?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Rt W S over Spring Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.