US 61 S over UP RR
PoorSte. Genevieve County, Missouri · S 270 T 38 N R 9 E · Structure no. 5267
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 109 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,235
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 S over UP RR is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over UP RR in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 95 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,235 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,329 by 2044. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 S over UP RR built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 61 S over UP RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 S over UP RR carry?
About 5,235 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 61 S over UP RR?
The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 S over UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.