US Bridges

Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 22 T 45 N R 4 E · Structure no. 34656

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,233
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR is a concrete culvert carrying Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 14,233 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,215 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBaxter RD
CrossesCreve Coeur CR
LocationS 22 T 45 N R 4 E
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.62722, -90.54889
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,233 (2024)
Projected traffic19,215 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
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 Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Baxter RD over Creve Coeur 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 Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR carry?

About 14,233 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Baxter RD over Creve Coeur CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.