US Bridges

Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 1 T 44 N R 4 E · Structure no. 30722

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,604
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 12,604 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,015 by 2044. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSulphur Spring RD
CrossesFishpot CR
LocationS 1 T 44 N R 4 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.58163, -90.52258
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,604 (2024)
Projected traffic17,015 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot 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 Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR carry?

About 12,604 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Sulphur Spring RD over Fishpot CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.