US Bridges

Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 13 T 44 N R 4 E · Structure no. 31794

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,448
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,448 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,355 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSulphur Spring RD
CrossesW Trib Fishpot CR
LocationS 13 T 44 N R 4 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.56009, -90.52632
Functional classUrban Collector

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 rating92.3 US tons
Inventory rating55.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,448 (2024)
Projected traffic7,355 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

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

About 5,448 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns Sulphur Spring RD over W Trib Fishpot CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.