US 50 E over Bear CR
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 15 T 46 N R 25 W · Structure no. 3429
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 187 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,594
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over Bear CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 E over Bear CR in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 42 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 9,594 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,790 by 2044. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 E over Bear CR built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US 50 E over Bear CR 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 Bear CR carry?
About 9,594 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over Bear CR?
The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over Bear CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.