US Bridges

Morganford RD over UP RR

Good

St. Louis city, Missouri · S 3125 T 45 N R 7 E · Structure no. 12882

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,900
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morganford RD over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morganford RD over UP RR in St. Louis city, 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 10,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,715 by 2044. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMorganford RD
CrossesUP RR
LocationS 3125 T 45 N R 7 E
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.59678, -90.2623
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,900 (2024)
Projected traffic14,715 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Morganford RD over UP RR built?

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

What condition is Morganford RD over UP RR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Morganford RD over UP RR carry?

About 10,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Morganford RD over UP RR?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Morganford RD over UP RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.