US Bridges

Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 15 T 47 N R 7 E · Structure no. 28587

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
205 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
792
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 792 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,069 by 2044. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBellefontaine RD
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationS 15 T 47 N R 7 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.81225, -90.21678
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic792 (2024)
Projected traffic1,069 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bellefontaine 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR carry?

About 792 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Bellefontaine RD over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.