US Bridges

Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR

Good

Scott County, Missouri · S 21 T 29 N R 14 E · Structure no. 7179

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR in Scott County, Missouri. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,625 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesRt Pp E
CrossesBr of Ramsey CR
LocationS 21 T 29 N R 14 E
RouteState Highway 0PP
Coordinates37.16222, -89.51238
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2024)
Projected traffic3,625 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rt Pp E over Br of Ramsey CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.