US Bridges

Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49

Fair

Jackson County, Missouri · S 2 T 47 N R 33 W · Structure no. 29161

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
269 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,067
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49 in Jackson 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 18,067 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,390 by 2044. The structure is 269 ft (82.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRp IS49N to IS435S
CrossesRp Red Bridge RD to IS49
LocationS 2 T 47 N R 33 W
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates38.92642, -94.52709
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.2 US tons
Inventory rating63.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length269 ft (82.1 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,067 (2024)
Projected traffic24,390 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49 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 Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49 carry?

About 18,067 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49?

The structure is 269 ft (82.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Rp IS49N to IS435S over Rp Red Bridge RD to IS49?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.