US Bridges

US 54 E over Grassy Run

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 5 T 35 N R 33 W · Structure no. 5255

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,585
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Grassy Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Grassy Run in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 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 3,585 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,274 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 95.1 mi (153 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesGrassy Run
LocationS 5 T 35 N R 33 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyVernon County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.84358, -94.58915
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,585 (2024)
Projected traffic6,274 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed95.1 mi (153 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 Grassy Run built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Grassy Run 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 Grassy Run carry?

About 3,585 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Grassy Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Grassy Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.