US 54 E over Wears CR
FairCole County, Missouri · S 12 T 44 N R 12 W · Structure no. 1078
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 158 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,172
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 E over Wears CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Wears CR 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 30,172 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,801 by 2044. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 54 E over Wears CR built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 54 E over Wears 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 54 E over Wears CR carry?
About 30,172 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 54 E over Wears CR?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 54 E over Wears CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.