US Bridges

US 54 E over Br Peno CR

Fair

Pike County, Missouri · S 22 T 53 N R 3 W · Structure no. 3042

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,316
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Br Peno CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Br Peno CR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 3,316 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesBr Peno CR
LocationS 22 T 53 N R 3 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyPike County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.3452, -91.23219
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,316 (2024)
Projected traffic6,300 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
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 Br Peno CR built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Br Peno 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 US 54 E over Br Peno CR carry?

About 3,316 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Br Peno CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 54 E over Br Peno CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.