US Bridges

US 54 E over Noix CR

Good

Pike County, Missouri · S 3 T 53 N R 2 W · Structure no. 30136

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
290 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,813
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Noix CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Noix CR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5,813 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,045 by 2044. The structure is 290 ft (88.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesNoix CR
LocationS 3 T 53 N R 2 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates39.39759, -91.11146
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length290 ft (88.3 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,813 (2024)
Projected traffic11,045 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 Noix CR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Noix CR 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 December 2024.

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

About 5,813 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Noix CR?

The structure is 290 ft (88.3 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Noix CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.