Bu 13 S over US 50
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 13 T 46 N R 26 W · Structure no. 122
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 213 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,494
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 13 S over US 50 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bu 13 S over US 50 in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 66 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 17,494 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,865 by 2044. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 13 S over US 50 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Bu 13 S over US 50 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 Bu 13 S over US 50 carry?
About 17,494 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bu 13 S over US 50?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 13 S over US 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.