The 1954 U.S. Open was the 54th U.S. Open, held June 17–19 at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, New Jersey, west of New York City. On the Lower Course, Ed Furgol won his only major title, one stroke ahead of runner-up Gene Littler. U.S. Open 1954: June 17–19, 1954 at Baltusrol Golf Club Lower Course. Champion: Ed Furgol, at 284 (+4). Wiki link