US Bridges

US 65 S over Br of Lindley CR

Fair

Dallas County, Missouri · S 14 T 34 N R 20 W · Structure no. 5129

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,307
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Br of Lindley CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Br of Lindley CR in Dallas County, Missouri. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 97 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 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 5,307 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,287 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesBr of Lindley CR
LocationS 14 T 34 N R 20 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyDallas County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.66453, -93.1035
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 rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic5,307 (2024)
Projected traffic9,287 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 Br of Lindley CR built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US 65 S over Br of Lindley 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 Br of Lindley CR carry?

About 5,307 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Br of Lindley CR?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Br of Lindley CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.