US Bridges

US 61 S over S Gabouri CR

Good

Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri · S 271 T 38 N R 9 E · Structure no. 3264

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,235
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over S Gabouri CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 S over S Gabouri CR in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 5,235 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,329 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesS Gabouri CR
LocationS 271 T 38 N R 9 E
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates37.97214, -90.06104
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
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 rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,235 (2024)
Projected traffic7,329 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 S Gabouri CR built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over S Gabouri 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 US 61 S over S Gabouri CR carry?

About 5,235 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over S Gabouri CR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 61 S over S Gabouri CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.