US Bridges

US 63 S over Br Howell CR

Good

Howell County, Missouri · S 1 T 23 N R 8 W · Structure no. 6662

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,121
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S over Br Howell CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over Br Howell CR in Howell County, Missouri. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 6,121 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,630 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesUS 63 S
CrossesBr Howell CR
LocationS 1 T 23 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates36.69358, -91.80008
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,121 (2024)
Projected traffic11,630 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 Br Howell CR built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 S over Br 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 Br Howell CR carry?

About 6,121 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S over Br Howell CR?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 63 S over Br Howell CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.