US Bridges

Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 17 T 43 N R 6 E · Structure no. 29107

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,169
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 19,169 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,878 by 2044. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMeramec Bottom RD
CrossesMeramec Rvr Trib
LocationS 17 T 43 N R 6 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.46367, -90.36184
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,169 (2024)
Projected traffic25,878 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib carry?

About 19,169 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns Meramec Bottom RD over Meramec Rvr Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.