US 54 W over Bu 54
FairMiller County, Missouri · S 26 T 42 N R 15 W · Structure no. 2397
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 208 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,723
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 W over Bu 54 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 W over Bu 54 in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 52 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 7,723 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,515 by 2044. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 42 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 54 W over Bu 54 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 54 W over Bu 54 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 54 W over Bu 54 carry?
About 7,723 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 54 W over Bu 54?
The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 54 W over Bu 54?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.