US Bridges

US 54 E over Youngs CR

Fair

Callaway County, Missouri · S 30 T 47 N R 9 W · Structure no. 5077

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,049
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Youngs CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Youngs CR in Callaway County, Missouri. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 57 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 15,049 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,841 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesYoungs CR
LocationS 30 T 47 N R 9 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyCallaway County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.81706, -91.98017
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,049 (2024)
Projected traffic27,841 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-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 Youngs CR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 54 E over Youngs 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 E over Youngs CR carry?

About 15,049 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Youngs CR?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 54 E over Youngs CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.