US Bridges

US 54 E over Robinson CR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 30 T 36 N R 29 W · Structure no. 3973

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
115 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,898
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Robinson CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Robinson CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6 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 4,898 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,572 by 2044. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesRobinson CR
LocationS 30 T 36 N R 29 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates37.86009, -94.16448
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,898 (2024)
Projected traffic8,572 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Robinson CR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Robinson 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 Robinson CR carry?

About 4,898 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Robinson CR?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Robinson CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.