US Bridges

Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger

GoodPosted for load

St. Louis city, Missouri · S 18 T 44 N R 7 E · Structure no. 852

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
558 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
92,999
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger in St. Louis city, Missouri. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 92,999 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 116,249 by 2044. The structure is 558 ft (170.1 m) long and 129 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIs 55 S
CrossesRiver Des Peres Cst Ger
LocationS 18 T 44 N R 7 E
RouteInterstate 55
Coordinates38.55314, -90.27079
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length558 ft (170.1 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width129 ft (39.4 m)
Roadway width124 ft (37.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic92,999 (2024)
Projected traffic116,249 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger 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 Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger carry?

About 92,999 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger?

The structure is 558 ft (170.1 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 129 ft wide.

Who owns Is 55 S over River Des Peres Cst Ger?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.