US Bridges

Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R

Good

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 33 T 44 N R 6 E · Structure no. 3971

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
280 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,902
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 25,902 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,378 by 2044. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRp IS55N to IS270E
CrossesCrd Von Talge RD BNSF R
LocationS 33 T 44 N R 6 E
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates38.50543, -90.34364
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.4 US tons
Inventory rating43.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,902 (2024)
Projected traffic32,378 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R carry?

About 25,902 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Rp IS55N to IS270E over Crd Von Talge RD BNSF R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.