US Bridges

US 54 E over KCS RR

Good

Audrain County, Missouri · S 31 T 51 N R 8 W · Structure no. 3951

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,434
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over KCS RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over KCS RR in Audrain County, Missouri. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,434 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,873 by 2044. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesKCS RR
LocationS 31 T 51 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates39.15713, -91.84292
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,434 (2024)
Projected traffic6,873 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 E over KCS RR built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over KCS RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does US 54 E over KCS RR carry?

About 4,434 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over KCS RR?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over KCS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.