Rt F E over Swink Br
FairSt. Francois County, Missouri · S 5 T 35 N R 6 E · Structure no. 9161
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,633
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt F E over Swink Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt F E over Swink Br in St. Francois County, Missouri. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 6 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 1,633 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,613 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt F E over Swink Br built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt F E over Swink Br 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Rt F E over Swink Br carry?
About 1,633 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rt F E over Swink Br?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Rt F E over Swink Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.