70th ST over Br of River Des Pe
FairSt. Louis County, Missouri · S 2775 T 46 N R 6 E · Structure no. 21906
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
70th ST over Br of River Des Pe is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 675 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns 70th ST over Br of River Des Pe?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.