US Bridges

US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR

Good

Howell County, Missouri · S 17 T 24 N R 8 W · Structure no. 4338

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR in Howell County, Missouri. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 13,770 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,163 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 63 S
CrossesN Br of Howell CR
LocationS 17 T 24 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates36.75254, -91.87397
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,770 (2024)
Projected traffic26,163 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
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 63 S over N Br of Howell CR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR carry?

About 13,770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 63 S over N Br of Howell CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.