Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue
FairJackson County, Missouri · S 34 T 48 N R 31 W · Structure no. 30794
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,550 by 2044. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Blackwell RD over Br of Lit Blue?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.