US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR
FairAudrain County, Missouri · S 28 T 51 N R 8 W · Structure no. 5523
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,929
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR in Audrain County, Missouri. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 93 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 6,929 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,165 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 W Fork Bean CR built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US 54 E over W Fork Bean 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR carry?
About 6,929 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 54 E over W Fork Bean CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.