US Bridges

US 61 S over River Aux Vases

Good

Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri · S 3221 T 37 N R 9 E · Structure no. 29633

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
273 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,475
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over River Aux Vases is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over River Aux Vases in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,475 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,665 by 2044. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesRiver Aux Vases
LocationS 3221 T 37 N R 9 E
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates37.91992, -89.99459
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length273 ft (83.2 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,475 (2024)
Projected traffic7,665 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US 61 S over River Aux Vases built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over River Aux Vases 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over River Aux Vases carry?

About 5,475 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over River Aux Vases?

The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 61 S over River Aux Vases?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.