US Bridges

US 54 E over Br Noix CR

Fair

Pike County, Missouri · S 13 T 53 N R 3 W · Structure no. 5209

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,813
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Br Noix CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Br Noix CR in Pike County, Missouri. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 5,813 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,045 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesBr Noix CR
LocationS 13 T 53 N R 3 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyPike County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.36462, -91.17959
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 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 rating95.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 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 traffic5,813 (2024)
Projected traffic11,045 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Noix CR built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

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

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

How long is US 54 E over Br Noix CR?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 54 E over Br Noix CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.