DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva
FairPosted for loadSt. Louis city, Missouri · S 13 T 45 N R 7 E · Structure no. 3954
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 4,010 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,991
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva in St. Louis city, Missouri. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 74 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 6,991 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,787 by 2044. The structure is 4,010 ft (1,222.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva carry?
About 6,991 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva?
The structure is 4,010 ft (1,222.2 m) long with a longest span of 963 ft (293.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns DR Martin Luther K over Cst S Lenore K Sulliva?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.