Washington ST over Fountain CR
FairPosted for loadSt. Louis County, Missouri · S 28 T 47 N R 6 E · Structure no. 15554
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,386
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington ST over Fountain CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington ST over Fountain CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,386 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,971 by 2044. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Washington ST over Fountain CR built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Washington ST over Fountain CR 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Washington ST over Fountain CR carry?
About 7,386 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Washington ST over Fountain CR?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns Washington ST over Fountain CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.