US Bridges

US 65 S over Elk Valley CR

Fair

Christian County, Missouri · S 16 T 26 N R 21 W · Structure no. 403

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,060
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Elk Valley CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Elk Valley CR in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 65 years old, older 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 35,060 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,355 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesElk Valley CR
LocationS 16 T 26 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates36.95289, -93.23193
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,060 (2024)
Projected traffic61,355 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 Elk Valley CR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 65 S over Elk Valley CR carry?

About 35,060 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Elk Valley CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Elk Valley CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.