US Bridges

US 65 S over Brener CR

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 19 T 44 N R 21 W · Structure no. 5103

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,188
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Brener CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Brener CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1978, 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 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 12,188 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,329 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesBrener CR
LocationS 19 T 44 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
Coordinates38.57093, -93.26973
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,188 (2024)
Projected traffic21,329 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
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 Brener CR built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 65 S over Brener 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 January 2024.

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

About 12,188 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Brener CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Brener CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.