US Bridges

US 65 S over Willow CR

Good

Carroll County, Missouri · S 38 T 54 N R 23 W · Structure no. 10052

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,683
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Willow CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Willow CR in Carroll County, Missouri. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older 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 2,683 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,695 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesWillow CR
LocationS 38 T 54 N R 23 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates39.51666, -93.4753
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating72.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,683 (2024)
Projected traffic4,695 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 65 S over Willow CR built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 S over Willow 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 65 S over Willow CR carry?

About 2,683 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Willow CR?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 S over Willow CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.