US Bridges

US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr

Fair

Christian County, Missouri · S 3 T 27 N R 21 W · Structure no. 463

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
65,553
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr in Christian County, Missouri. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 66 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 65,553 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,718 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesTrib of James Rvr
LocationS 3 T 27 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyChristian County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.06727, -93.22847
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,553 (2024)
Projected traffic114,718 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
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 Trib of James Rvr built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr 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 Trib of James Rvr carry?

About 65,553 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Trib of James Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.