Bu 50 W over US 50
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 18 T 46 N R 25 W · Structure no. 3516
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 226 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,118
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 50 W over US 50 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bu 50 W over US 50 in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 2001, 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 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 7,118 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,745 by 2044. The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 60 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 50 W over US 50 built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is Bu 50 W 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 50 W over US 50 carry?
About 7,118 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bu 50 W over US 50?
The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 50 W over US 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.