Valley Water Mill over US 65
FairPosted for loadGreene County, Missouri · S 4 T 29 N R 21 W · Structure no. 2837
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 301 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,486
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Water Mill over US 65 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Valley Water Mill over US 65 in Greene County, Missouri. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,486 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,978 by 2044. The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Water Mill over US 65 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Water Mill over US 65 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Valley Water Mill over US 65 carry?
About 2,486 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Valley Water Mill over US 65?
The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Water Mill over US 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.