US Bridges

US 54 E over Middle Rvr

Good

Callaway County, Missouri · S 2 T 46 N R 10 W · Structure no. 2683

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,288
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Middle Rvr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Middle Rvr in Callaway County, Missouri. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7,288 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,483 by 2044. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesMiddle Rvr
LocationS 2 T 46 N R 10 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates38.79099, -92.01249
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.3 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,288 (2024)
Projected traffic13,483 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 E over Middle Rvr built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Middle Rvr 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Middle Rvr carry?

About 7,288 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Middle Rvr?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Middle Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.