Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr
FairJackson County, Missouri · S 13 T 47 N R 33 W · Structure no. 319
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 64,089
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr is a concrete continuous slab carrying Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 65 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.
It carries about 64,089 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 86,520 by 2044. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is Is 49 S 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr carry?
About 64,089 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns Is 49 S over Lit Blue Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.