US 50 W over Devils Br
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 15 T 46 N R 26 W · Structure no. 840
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,624
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 W over Devils Br is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 W over Devils Br in Johnson County, Missouri. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 10,624 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,592 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 41 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 W over Devils Br built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 W over Devils Br 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 Devils Br carry?
About 10,624 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 50 W over Devils Br?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 W over Devils Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.