US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 19 T 47 N R 28 W · Structure no. 1003
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 99 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,903
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 9,903 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,330 by 2044. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 E over Blackwater 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr carry?
About 9,903 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over Blackwater Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.