Lilac Ave over Watkins CR
FairPosted for loadSt. Louis County, Missouri · S 3 T 47 N R 5 E · Structure no. 15664
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,279
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lilac Ave over Watkins CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lilac Ave over Watkins CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 10,279 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,877 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lilac Ave over Watkins CR built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lilac Ave over Watkins 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 Lilac Ave over Watkins CR carry?
About 10,279 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Lilac Ave over Watkins CR?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Lilac Ave over Watkins CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.