US Bridges

US 183 over Clear Fork Plum Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 4.0 MI S of SH 142 · Structure no. 140280015203078

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
190 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,918
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Clear Fork Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 over Clear Fork Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 23,918 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,531 by 2042. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesClear Fork Plum Creek
Location4.0 MI S of SH 142
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82684, -97.67218
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,918 (2023)
Projected traffic43,531 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 over Clear Fork Plum Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 over Clear 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 over Clear Fork Plum Creek carry?

About 23,918 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Clear Fork Plum Creek?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over Clear Fork Plum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.