US Bridges

Is 55 S over Amburster CR

Good

Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri · S 19 T 39 N R 7 E · Structure no. 1944

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,080
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 55 S over Amburster CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Is 55 S over Amburster CR in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 27,080 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,452 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 55 S
CrossesAmburster CR
LocationS 19 T 39 N R 7 E
RouteInterstate 55
Coordinates38.08111, -90.29627
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,080 (2024)
Projected traffic51,452 by 2044
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Is 55 S over Amburster CR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 55 S over Amburster 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Is 55 S over Amburster CR carry?

About 27,080 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Is 55 S over Amburster CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Is 55 S over Amburster CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.