US Bridges

US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 5.0 MI N of SH 80 · Structure no. 140280015203006

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
610 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
4,796
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 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 4,796 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,523 by 2042. The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 183 SB
CrossesWest Fork Plum Creek
Location5.0 MI N of SH 80
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates29.75507, -97.65511
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHL 93
Structure length610 ft (185.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,796 (2023)
Projected traffic6,523 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek carry?

About 4,796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek?

The structure is 610 ft (185.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 SB over West Fork Plum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.