US Bridges

US 54 E over Clear CR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 34 T 36 N R 29 W · Structure no. 4012

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,221
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Clear CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Clear 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 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 3,221 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,637 by 2044. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesClear CR
LocationS 34 T 36 N R 29 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates37.85429, -94.12085
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 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 rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,221 (2024)
Projected traffic5,637 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 Clear CR built?

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

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

About 3,221 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Clear CR?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Clear CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.