US Bridges

US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R

Good

Schuyler County, Missouri · S 1 T 66 N R 15 W · Structure no. 29461

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
166 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,202
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R in Schuyler County, Missouri. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,202 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,854 by 2044. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesUS 63 S
CrossesS Fk of N Fabius R
LocationS 1 T 66 N R 15 W
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates40.56089, -92.52452
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.2 US tons
Inventory rating56.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length166 ft (50.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,202 (2024)
Projected traffic3,854 by 2044
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 S Fk of N Fabius R built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R carry?

About 2,202 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R?

The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 63 S over S Fk of N Fabius R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.