US Bridges

US 65 S over Mo 765

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 5 T 45 N R 21 W · Structure no. 838

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
156 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,957
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over Mo 765 is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 65 S over Mo 765 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 10,957 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,983 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesMo 765
LocationS 5 T 45 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.7138, -93.25008
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length156 ft (47.4 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,957 (2024)
Projected traffic16,983 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 65 S over Mo 765 built?

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

What condition is US 65 S over Mo 765 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 Mo 765 carry?

About 10,957 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over Mo 765?

The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 S over Mo 765?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.