US Bridges

Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR

Fair

St. Charles County, Missouri · S 33 T 47 N R 3 E · Structure no. 32948

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR is a steel culvert carrying Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR in St. Charles County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMexico Loop RD W
CrossesTrib of Belleau CR
LocationS 33 T 47 N R 3 E
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.78972, -90.7
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2024)
Projected traffic310 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).

Who owns Mexico Loop RD W over Trib of Belleau CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.