US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr
FairMaries County, Missouri · S 2 T 39 N R 9 W · Structure no. 3128
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 995 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,331
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr in Maries County, Missouri. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 5,331 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,329 by 2044. The structure is 995 ft (303.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr carry?
About 5,331 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr?
The structure is 995 ft (303.3 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 S over Gasconade Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.