US 65 S over Wildcat CR
FairMercer County, Missouri · S 35 T 65 N R 24 W · Structure no. 12096
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,192
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 S over Wildcat CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 S over Wildcat CR in Mercer County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 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 2,192 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,836 by 2044. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 S over Wildcat CR built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 S over Wildcat 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 65 S over Wildcat CR carry?
About 2,192 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 65 S over Wildcat CR?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 S over Wildcat CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.