US 65 S over Elk Valley CR
FairChristian County, Missouri · S 33 T 27 N R 21 W · Structure no. 3157
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 276 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,569
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 S over Elk Valley CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 S over Elk Valley CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 18,569 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,496 by 2044. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 S over Elk Valley CR built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 S over Elk Valley 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 65 S over Elk Valley CR carry?
About 18,569 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 65 S over Elk Valley CR?
The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 S over Elk Valley CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.