US Bridges

US 54 W over Auxvasse CR

Fair

Callaway County, Missouri · S 2 T 48 N R 9 W · Structure no. 3903

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
304 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,242
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 W over Auxvasse CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 W over Auxvasse CR in Callaway County, Missouri. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 6,242 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,548 by 2044. The structure is 304 ft (92.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 W
CrossesAuxvasse CR
LocationS 2 T 48 N R 9 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyCallaway County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.97061, -91.89869
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length304 ft (92.7 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,242 (2024)
Projected traffic11,548 by 2044
Trucks28%
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 W over Auxvasse CR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 W over Auxvasse 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 W over Auxvasse CR carry?

About 6,242 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 54 W over Auxvasse CR?

The structure is 304 ft (92.7 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 W over Auxvasse CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.