US 50 W over Mo 179
FairCole County, Missouri · S 10 T 44 N R 13 W · Structure no. 3293
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 145 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,922
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 W over Mo 179 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 W over Mo 179 in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 16,922 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,614 by 2044. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 W over Mo 179 built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 W over Mo 179 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 US 50 W over Mo 179 carry?
About 16,922 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 50 W over Mo 179?
The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 W over Mo 179?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.