US Bridges

Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR

Fair

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 3280 T 46 N R 4 E · Structure no. 28179

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,200
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR is a concrete culvert carrying Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR in St. Charles County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 15,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,560 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesMuegge RD
CrossesTrib of Cole CR
LocationS 3280 T 46 N R 4 E
RouteCity Street 0
CountySt. Charles County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.76618, -90.54478
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,200 (2024)
Projected traffic23,560 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR 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 2024.

How much traffic does Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR carry?

About 15,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.