US Bridges

Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 11 T 44 N R 4 E · Structure no. 31600

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,120
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 27,120 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,612 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBig Bend RD
CrossesTrib to Fishpot CR
LocationS 11 T 44 N R 4 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.56771, -90.54116
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 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
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 spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,120 (2024)
Projected traffic36,612 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Big Bend RD over Trib to 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 Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR carry?

About 27,120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Big Bend RD over Trib to Fishpot CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.