Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr
FairSt. Francois County, Missouri · S 6 T 34 N R 6 E · Structure no. 1542
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 244 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 322
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr in St. Francois County, Missouri. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 322 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 515 by 2044. The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr carry?
About 322 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr?
The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Rt H S over ST Francis Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.