US Bridges

CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.60 MI SW of US 183 · Structure no. 140280AA0345002

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
438
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 438 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 78 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesCR 213 (robin Rch)
CrossesClear Fork Plum Creek
Location0.60 MI SW of US 183
RouteCounty Highway 213
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83578, -97.67834
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic438 (2020)
Projected traffic78 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 213 (robin Rch) 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek carry?

About 438 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CR 213 (robin Rch) over Clear Fork Plum Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.