US 61 S over Meramec Rvr
GoodSt. Louis County, Missouri · S 16 T 43 N R 6 E · Structure no. 29673
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 848 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,233
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 S over Meramec Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 S over Meramec Rvr 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 16,233 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,726 by 2044. The structure is 848 ft (258.5 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 S over Meramec Rvr built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 S over Meramec Rvr 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 S over Meramec Rvr carry?
About 16,233 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 61 S over Meramec Rvr?
The structure is 848 ft (258.5 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 S over Meramec Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.