US Bridges

Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink

Good

St. Louis County, Missouri · S 1 T 45 N R 6 E · Structure no. 4215

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
481 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
10,336
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 10,336 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,470 by 2044. The structure is 481 ft (146.6 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesRt D E
CrossesEngelholm CR Metrolink
LocationS 1 T 45 N R 6 E
RouteState Highway 0D
Coordinates38.67281, -90.29849
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length481 ft (146.6 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.2 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,336 (2024)
Projected traffic14,470 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink carry?

About 10,336 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink?

The structure is 481 ft (146.6 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Rt D E over Engelholm CR Metrolink?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.