US Bridges

Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR

Good

Washington County, Missouri · S 3039 T 39 N R 3 E · Structure no. 4641

Built
1923
102 years old, rebuilt 1933
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,370
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR in Washington County, Missouri. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1933, so it is 102 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 5,370 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,203 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesMo 21 S
CrossesSalt Pine CR
LocationS 3039 T 39 N R 3 E
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates38.06937, -90.74476
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJune 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 rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.5 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,370 (2024)
Projected traffic10,203 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1933.

What condition is Mo 21 S over Salt Pine 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR carry?

About 5,370 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 21 S over Salt Pine CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.