US Bridges

US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk

Good

Camden County, Missouri · S 17 T 38 N R 16 W · Structure no. 4162

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk in Camden County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 16,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,225 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 W
CrossesNorth Fork Linn Crk
LocationS 17 T 38 N R 16 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyCamden County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.03816, -92.70703
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,700 (2024)
Projected traffic29,225 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk carry?

About 16,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 W over North Fork Linn Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.