Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr
PoorJackson County, Missouri · S 26 T 48 N R 33 W · Structure no. 2067
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 104,024
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 104,024 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 140,432 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr carry?
About 104,024 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Rt W E over Br Blue Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.