US Bridges

US 50 E over Boggs CR

Fair

Cole County, Missouri · S 16 T 44 N R 11 W · Structure no. 564

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,922
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 E over Boggs CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 50 E over Boggs CR in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 29,922 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,364 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 50 E
CrossesBoggs CR
LocationS 16 T 44 N R 11 W
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyCole County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.55976, -92.15513
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,922 (2024)
Projected traffic52,364 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 E over Boggs CR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 E over Boggs 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 Boggs CR carry?

About 29,922 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 50 E over Boggs CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 50 E over Boggs CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.