US Bridges

US 61 S over Mattese CR

Good

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 4 T 43 N R 6 E · Structure no. 29644

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
117 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,346
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 S over Mattese CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over Mattese CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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.

It carries about 22,346 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,284 by 2044. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 61 S
CrossesMattese CR
LocationS 4 T 43 N R 6 E
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates38.49474, -90.34419
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating108.1 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length117 ft (35.7 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.8 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,346 (2024)
Projected traffic31,284 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 61 S over Mattese CR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 S over Mattese 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 61 S over Mattese CR carry?

About 22,346 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 61 S over Mattese CR?

The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns US 61 S over Mattese CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.