US 54 E over Drywood CR
PoorVernon County, Missouri · S 5 T 35 N R 32 W · Structure no. 3325
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 287 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,057
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 54 E over Drywood CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Drywood CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,057 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2044. The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 54 E over Drywood CR built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 54 E over Drywood CR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 54 E over Drywood CR carry?
About 4,057 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 54 E over Drywood CR?
The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 54 E over Drywood CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.