US Bridges

US 65 S over Sewer CR

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 33 T 46 N R 21 W · Structure no. 836

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,304
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Sewer CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over Sewer CR in Pettis County, Missouri. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 9,304 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,421 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesSewer CR
LocationS 33 T 46 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.72393, -93.24079
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,304 (2024)
Projected traffic14,421 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 Sewer CR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 65 S over Sewer 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 February 2024.

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

About 9,304 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Sewer CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US 65 S over Sewer CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.