US 54 E over Drain Dtch
FairAudrain County, Missouri · S 25 T 52 N R 7 W · Structure no. 4886
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,722
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 E over Drain Dtch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Drain Dtch in Audrain County, Missouri. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 6 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 5,722 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,872 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 54 E over Drain Dtch built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 54 E over Drain Dtch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 54 E over Drain Dtch carry?
About 5,722 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 54 E over Drain Dtch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 54 E over Drain Dtch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.