US Bridges

US 65 S over CR

Fair

Pettis County, Missouri · S 5 T 45 N R 21 W · Structure no. 839

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,023
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 65 S over CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 S over 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 22,023 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,136 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 65 S
CrossesCR
LocationS 5 T 45 N R 21 W
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyPettis County
StateMissouri
Coordinates38.70796, -93.25029
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,023 (2024)
Projected traffic34,136 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 CR built?

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

What condition is US 65 S over 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 CR carry?

About 22,023 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 65 S over CR?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns US 65 S over CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.