US Bridges

Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis city, Missouri · S 20 T 44 N R 6 E · Structure no. 12430

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,580
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres in St. Louis city, Missouri. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,133 by 2044. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesKnox Ave
CrossesRvr Des Peres
LocationS 20 T 44 N R 6 E
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.62168, -90.29021
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,580 (2024)
Projected traffic2,133 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres 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 Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres carry?

About 1,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Knox Ave over Rvr Des Peres?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.