US Bridges

Foristell RD over Dardenne CR

Good

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 22 T 46 N R 1 E · Structure no. 29245

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
118 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,035
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Foristell RD over Dardenne CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Foristell RD over Dardenne CR in St. Charles County, Missouri. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 1,035 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,277 by 2044. The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesForistell RD
CrossesDardenne CR
LocationS 22 T 46 N R 1 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.72836, -90.89276
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36.1 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,035 (2024)
Projected traffic2,277 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Foristell RD over Dardenne CR built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Foristell RD over Dardenne CR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Foristell RD over Dardenne CR carry?

About 1,035 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Foristell RD over Dardenne CR?

The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Foristell RD over Dardenne CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.