US Bridges

US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR

Good

Pike County, Missouri · S 18 T 54 N R 1 W · Structure no. 35686

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,288 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,410
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 3,410 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,479 by 2044. The structure is 2,288 ft (697.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesMississippi Rvr KCS RR
LocationS 18 T 54 N R 1 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates39.45596, -91.04913
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length2,288 ft (697.3 m)
Longest span420 ft (128 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,410 (2024)
Projected traffic6,479 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed60.9 mi (98 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR carry?

About 3,410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR?

The structure is 2,288 ft (697.3 m) long with a longest span of 420 ft (128 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Mississippi Rvr KCS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.