US Bridges

Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR

Good

St. Louis city, Missouri · S 20 T 45 N R 7 E · Structure no. 4413

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
266 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,683
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific 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 4,683 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,854 by 2044. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRp IS44E to Vandev
CrossesUnion Pacific RR
LocationS 20 T 45 N R 7 E
RouteState Highway 0
CountySt. Louis city
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.61825, -90.26243
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length266 ft (81.1 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,683 (2024)
Projected traffic5,854 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR built?

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

What condition is Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR carry?

About 4,683 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR?

The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rp IS44E to Vandev over Union Pacific RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.