US Bridges

US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 15 T 25 N R 21 W · Structure no. 11803

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
244 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,163
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 16,163 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,285 by 2044. The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 65 N
CrossesBusiek RD Camp CR
LocationS 15 T 25 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates36.86304, -93.22778
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating43.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length244 ft (74.4 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,163 (2024)
Projected traffic28,285 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 N over Busiek RD Camp CR built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR carry?

About 16,163 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR?

The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 N over Busiek RD Camp CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.