US Bridges

Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR

Good

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 15 T 44 N R 1 E · Structure no. 32410

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
261
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR in St. Charles County, Missouri. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 261 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 574 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAugusta Bottom RD
CrossesBigelow CR
LocationS 15 T 44 N R 1 E
RouteCounty Highway 365
Coordinates38.56681, -90.90445
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic261 (2024)
Projected traffic574 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow 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 Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR carry?

About 261 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Augusta Bottom RD over Bigelow CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.