Is 470 E over US 40
FairPosted for loadJackson County, Missouri · S 29 T 49 N R 31 W · Structure no. 1115
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 217 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,635
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 470 E over US 40 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 470 E over US 40 in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 34,635 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,757 by 2044. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 40 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 | 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 Is 470 E over US 40 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is Is 470 E over US 40 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Is 470 E over US 40 carry?
About 34,635 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Is 470 E over US 40?
The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Is 470 E over US 40?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.