US Bridges

US 63 S over Simmons CR

Fair

Texas County, Missouri · S 2 T 29 N R 10 W · Structure no. 4629

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,361
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 S over Simmons CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 S over Simmons CR in Texas County, Missouri. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 7,361 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,986 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS 63 S
CrossesSimmons CR
LocationS 2 T 29 N R 10 W
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates37.23238, -92.01461
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,361 (2024)
Projected traffic13,986 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 Simmons CR built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 S over Simmons 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 October 2023.

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

About 7,361 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 63 S over Simmons CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 63 S over Simmons CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.