US Bridges

US 65 S over Hankens CR

Fair

Dallas County, Missouri · S 4 T 32 N R 20 W · Structure no. 3381

Built
1992
33 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,502
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Hankens CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Hankens CR in Dallas County, Missouri. It was built in 1992 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 33 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 5 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 7,502 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,129 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesHankens CR
LocationS 4 T 32 N R 20 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyDallas County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.53087, -93.13746
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,502 (2024)
Projected traffic13,129 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Hankens CR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is US 65 S over Hankens 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 65 S over Hankens CR carry?

About 7,502 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Hankens CR?

The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Hankens CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.