US Bridges

US 54 E over Dry Br

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 27 T 36 N R 30 W · Structure no. 4510

Built
1922
103 years old, rebuilt 1939
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,898
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Dry Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Dry Br in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1939, so it is 103 years old, older 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 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesDry Br
LocationS 27 T 36 N R 30 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyVernon County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.86187, -94.22861
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 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 Dry Br built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1939.

What condition is US 54 E over Dry Br 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 54 E over Dry Br carry?

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

How long is US 54 E over Dry Br?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Dry Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.