US 54 W over Bu 50
FairCole County, Missouri · S 12 T 44 N R 12 W · Structure no. 1077
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,791
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 W over Bu 50 is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 54 W over Bu 50 in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 59 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 16,791 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,384 by 2044. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 54 W over Bu 50 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 54 W over Bu 50 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 54 W over Bu 50 carry?
About 16,791 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 54 W over Bu 50?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 54 W over Bu 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.