US 50 E over Blackwater CR
FairJohnson County, Missouri · S 11 T 46 N R 27 W · Structure no. 966
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 294 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,203
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over Blackwater CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 E over Blackwater CR 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 9,203 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,105 by 2044. The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 35 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 E over Blackwater CR built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 E 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 E over Blackwater CR carry?
About 9,203 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over Blackwater CR?
The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over Blackwater CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.