US 50 E over Wears CR
FairCole County, Missouri · S 7 T 44 N R 11 W · Structure no. 395
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,162
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over Wears CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 E over Wears CR in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 66 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 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 39,162 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,534 by 2044. The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 E over Wears CR built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 50 E over Wears CR 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 E over Wears CR carry?
About 39,162 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over Wears CR?
The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over Wears CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.