US Bridges

US 54 E over Saline CR

Fair

Miller County, Missouri · S 10 T 41 N R 15 W · Structure no. 2401

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,647
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Saline CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Saline CR in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 1973, 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 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 14,647 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,632 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesSaline CR
LocationS 10 T 41 N R 15 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyMiller County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.31987, -92.57519
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic14,647 (2024)
Projected traffic25,632 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Saline CR built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Saline 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Saline CR carry?

About 14,647 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Saline CR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 54 E over Saline CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.