US 50 W over Blackwater CR
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 11 T 46 N R 27 W · Structure no. 4801
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 293 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 W over Blackwater CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 W over Blackwater CR in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 101 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 8,350 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,613 by 2044. The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long and 39 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 | 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 W over Blackwater CR built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 50 W over Blackwater 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 W over Blackwater CR carry?
About 8,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 50 W over Blackwater CR?
The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 W over Blackwater CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.