US Bridges

Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 10 T 44 N R 4 E · Structure no. 28365

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,520
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 6,520 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,802 by 2044. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesKiefer Creek RD
CrossesBr of Kiefer CR
LocationS 10 T 44 N R 4 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.56022, -90.55695
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.2 US tons
Inventory rating59.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,520 (2024)
Projected traffic8,802 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR 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 Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR carry?

About 6,520 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Kiefer Creek RD over Br of Kiefer CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.