US Bridges

US 65 N over Farmers Br

Good

Christian County, Missouri · S 33 T 28 N R 21 W · Structure no. 34399

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
209 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,194
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 N over Farmers Br is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 65 N over Farmers Br in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 37,194 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,090 by 2044. The structure is 209 ft (63.6 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 65 N
CrossesFarmers Br
LocationS 33 T 28 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates37.09113, -93.23106
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length209 ft (63.6 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.8 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,194 (2024)
Projected traffic65,090 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 65 N over Farmers Br built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 N 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 65 N over Farmers Br carry?

About 37,194 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 65 N over Farmers Br?

The structure is 209 ft (63.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 N over Farmers Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.