US 63 S over Schmitz CR
FairOsage County, Missouri · S 15 T 43 N R 10 W · Structure no. 11983
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,732
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 S over Schmitz CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over Schmitz CR in Osage County, Missouri. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 9,732 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,031 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 Schmitz CR built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 S over Schmitz 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 63 S over Schmitz CR carry?
About 9,732 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 63 S over Schmitz CR?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 63 S over Schmitz CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.