US Bridges

Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR

Fair

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 3280 T 46 N R 4 E · Structure no. 28180

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,000
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 1998, so it is 27 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 6 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,700 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 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
Coordinates38.77224, -90.54966
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,000 (2024)
Projected traffic21,700 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 1998, making it 27 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 14,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Muegge RD over Trib of Cole CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.