US Bridges

US 65 S over Dry Sac Br

Fair

Greene County, Missouri · S 3 T 29 N R 21 W · Structure no. 2838

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,691
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Dry Sac Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Dry Sac Br 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.

It carries about 16,691 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,871 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesDry Sac Br
LocationS 3 T 29 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyGreene County
StateMissouri
Coordinates37.25576, -93.22425
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 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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating104.2 US tons
Inventory rating62.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic16,691 (2024)
Projected traffic25,871 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Dry Sac Br built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 S over Dry Sac Br 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 Dry Sac Br carry?

About 16,691 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Dry Sac Br?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Dry Sac Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.