US Bridges

Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR

Fair

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 205 T 47 N R 4 E · Structure no. 28397

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
156 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,144
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR in St. Charles County, Missouri. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 9,144 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,173 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesElm Point Ind DR
CrossesCole CR
LocationS 205 T 47 N R 4 E
RouteCity Street 0
CountySt. Charles County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.81819, -90.51475
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 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 within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,144 (2024)
Projected traffic14,173 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elm Point Ind DR over 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 Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR carry?

About 9,144 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Elm Point Ind DR over Cole CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.