US Bridges

US 65 N over Hatem CR

Fair

Christian County, Missouri · S 33 T 26 N R 21 W · Structure no. 12032

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,163
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 N over Hatem CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 N over Hatem CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 6 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 16,163 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,285 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 65 N
CrossesHatem CR
LocationS 33 T 26 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates36.90784, -93.24317
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100.2 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 Hatem CR built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 N over Hatem 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 65 N over Hatem CR carry?

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

How long is US 65 N over Hatem CR?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 N over Hatem CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.