US Bridges

US 54 E over Fly CR

Good

Vernon County, Missouri · S 25 T 36 N R 29 W · Structure no. 4356

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,221
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Fly CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 E over Fly CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,221 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,637 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesFly CR
LocationS 25 T 36 N R 29 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates37.86453, -94.07946
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 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 Fly CR built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Fly CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Fly CR carry?

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

How long is US 54 E over Fly CR?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Fly CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.