US 63 S over Salt Rvr
FairSchuyler County, Missouri · S 10 T 64 N R 15 W · Structure no. 5976
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,088
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 S over Salt Rvr is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over Salt Rvr in Schuyler County, Missouri. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 6,088 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,654 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 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 Salt Rvr built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 S over Salt 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 63 S over Salt Rvr carry?
About 6,088 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 63 S over Salt Rvr?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 63 S over Salt Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.