US 63 S over Bass CR
FairBoone County, Missouri · S 27 T 47 N R 12 W · Structure no. 896
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,073
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 S over Bass CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over Bass CR in Boone County, Missouri. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1973, 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 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 31,073 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,270 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 S over Bass CR built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 63 S over Bass 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 63 S over Bass CR carry?
About 31,073 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 63 S over Bass CR?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 63 S over Bass CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.