US Bridges

Mo 13 N over US 54

Good

St. Clair County, Missouri · S 12 T 36 N R 25 W · Structure no. 31638

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
192 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,409
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 13 N over US 54 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 13 N over US 54 in St. Clair 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 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 7,409 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,966 by 2044. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesMo 13 N
CrossesUS 54
LocationS 12 T 36 N R 25 W
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates37.89128, -93.62668
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,409 (2024)
Projected traffic12,966 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 13 N over US 54 built?

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

What condition is Mo 13 N over US 54 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 13 N over US 54 carry?

About 7,409 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mo 13 N over US 54?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 13 N over US 54?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.