US 50 E over Birch CR
FairFranklin County, Missouri · S 28 T 43 N R 1 E · Structure no. 29032
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 251 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,368
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over Birch CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 E over Birch CR in Franklin County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 13,368 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,399 by 2044. The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 E over Birch CR built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 E over Birch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 E over Birch CR carry?
About 13,368 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over Birch CR?
The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over Birch CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.