US Bridges

US 54 E over Cpkc RR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 9 T 35 N R 33 W · Structure no. 3616

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
175 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,152
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Cpkc RR is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 54 E over Cpkc RR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 4,152 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,266 by 2044. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesCpkc RR
LocationS 9 T 35 N R 33 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyVernon County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.84298, -94.56889
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 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
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,152 (2024)
Projected traffic7,266 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 E over Cpkc RR built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Cpkc RR 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 Cpkc RR carry?

About 4,152 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Cpkc RR?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Cpkc RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.