Dix RD S over US 50
PoorCole County, Missouri · S 11 T 44 N R 12 W · Structure no. 977
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 139 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,141
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dix RD S over US 50 is a concrete frame carrying Dix RD S over US 50 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 16,141 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,826 by 2044. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dix RD S over US 50 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dix RD S over US 50 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Dix RD S over US 50 carry?
About 16,141 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Dix RD S over US 50?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Dix RD S over US 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.