US Bridges

US 65 S over Farmers Br

GoodPosted for load

Christian County, Missouri · S 33 T 28 N R 21 W · Structure no. 2670

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
229 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,134
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Farmers Br is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 S over Farmers Br in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 33,134 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,985 by 2044. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesFarmers Br
LocationS 33 T 28 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates37.09136, -93.23139
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length229 ft (69.8 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,134 (2024)
Projected traffic57,985 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 S over Farmers Br built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is US 65 S over Farmers Br 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 S over Farmers Br carry?

About 33,134 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Farmers Br?

The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 S over Farmers Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.