US Bridges

US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter

Fair

Hickory County, Missouri · S 21 T 37 N R 22 W · Structure no. 4436

Built
1922
103 years old, rebuilt 1938
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,959
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter in Hickory County, Missouri. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1938, so it is 103 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 5 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 1,959 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,428 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesBr of Pomme De Ter
LocationS 21 T 37 N R 22 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates37.94868, -93.36234
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.2 US tons
Inventory rating59.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,959 (2024)
Projected traffic3,428 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 Br of Pomme De Ter built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1938.

What condition is US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter carry?

About 1,959 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 54 E over Br of Pomme De Ter?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.