US Bridges

US 54 E over Kavine CR

Fair

Vernon County, Missouri · S 3 T 35 N R 32 W · Structure no. 5530

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,057
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 E over Kavine CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 54 E over Kavine CR in Vernon County, Missouri. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 4,057 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 54 E
CrossesKavine CR
LocationS 3 T 35 N R 32 W
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyVernon County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.83924, -94.44544
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,057 (2024)
Projected traffic7,100 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 Kavine CR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 E over Kavine 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 March 2024.

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

About 4,057 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 54 E over Kavine CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 E over Kavine CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.