US Bridges

Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 12 T 44 N R 12 W · Structure no. 1180

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
289 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,744
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63 in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 7,744 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,390 by 2044. The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesBolivar ST N
CrossesUS 50 US 63
LocationS 12 T 44 N R 12 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.58073, -92.18232
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadH 20
Structure length289 ft (88.1 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,744 (2024)
Projected traffic12,390 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63 carry?

About 7,744 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63?

The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Bolivar ST N over US 50 US 63?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.