Bu 54 E over Blythes CR
FairMiller County, Missouri · S 27 T 42 N R 15 W · Structure no. 4573
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1932
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,950
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 54 E over Blythes CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Bu 54 E over Blythes CR in Miller County, Missouri. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1932, 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 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 4,950 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,395 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 54 E over Blythes CR built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1932.
What condition is Bu 54 E over Blythes 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Bu 54 E over Blythes CR carry?
About 4,950 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Bu 54 E over Blythes CR?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Bu 54 E over Blythes CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.