US Bridges

US 63 S over Beaver CR

Good

Phelps County, Missouri · S 34 T 37 N R 8 W · Structure no. 32082

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
166 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,236
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S over Beaver CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 S over Beaver CR in Phelps County, Missouri. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 7,236 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,748 by 2044. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesUS 63 S
CrossesBeaver CR
LocationS 34 T 37 N R 8 W
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates37.87875, -91.79532
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length166 ft (50.6 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,236 (2024)
Projected traffic13,748 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 63 S over Beaver CR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 S over Beaver 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 63 S over Beaver CR carry?

About 7,236 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S over Beaver CR?

The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 63 S over Beaver CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.