US Bridges

US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 5 T 35 N R 32 W · Structure no. 3326

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
206 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,057
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 4,057 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2044. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesBr of Drywood CR
LocationS 5 T 35 N R 32 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates37.84026, -94.48601
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,057 (2024)
Projected traffic7,100 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 of Drywood CR built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Br of Drywood 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR carry?

About 4,057 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Br of Drywood CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.