Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave
GoodSt. Louis city, Missouri · S 8 T 44 N R 7 E · Structure no. 871
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,947
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave is a concrete continuous slab carrying Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave in St. Louis city, Missouri. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1986, 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.
It carries about 40,947 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,184 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave 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 Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave carry?
About 40,947 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns Is 55 S over Cst Virginia Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.