US Bridges

Marshall RD over BNSF RR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 11 T 44 N R 5 E · Structure no. 15645

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,030
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Marshall RD over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Marshall RD over BNSF RR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 73 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,030 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMarshall RD
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 11 T 44 N R 5 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.56555, -90.43233
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,030 (2024)
Projected traffic6,791 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Marshall RD over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is Marshall RD over BNSF RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Marshall RD over BNSF RR carry?

About 5,030 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Marshall RD over BNSF RR?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Marshall RD over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.