US Bridges

Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr

Fair

Jackson County, Missouri · S 26 T 50 N R 31 W · Structure no. 31856

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
234 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,640 by 2044. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBundschu RD
CrossesLit Blue Rvr
LocationS 26 T 50 N R 31 W
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.11894, -94.30582
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length234 ft (71.3 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2024)
Projected traffic3,640 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr 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 Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr?

The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Bundschu RD over Lit Blue Rvr?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.