US Bridges

Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears

Good

Cole County, Missouri · S 7 T 44 N R 11 W · Structure no. 3911

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
424 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,382
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears in Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,382 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,169 by 2044. The structure is 424 ft (129.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRp US54E to BU50 E
CrossesCst W Dunklin ST Wears
LocationS 7 T 44 N R 11 W
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates38.57658, -92.18318
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length424 ft (129.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,382 (2024)
Projected traffic4,169 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears carry?

About 2,382 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears?

The structure is 424 ft (129.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Rp US54E to BU50 E over Cst W Dunklin ST Wears?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.