US Bridges

W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 9 T 44 N R 12 W · Structure no. 3282

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
262 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,941
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 6 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 18,941 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,306 by 2044. The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesW Truman Blvd E
CrossesRp US50E to South Coun
LocationS 9 T 44 N R 12 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.58333, -92.25724
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length262 ft (79.9 m)
Longest span112 ft (34 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,941 (2024)
Projected traffic30,306 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun 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 W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun carry?

About 18,941 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun?

The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns W Truman Blvd E over Rp US50E to South Coun?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.