US Bridges

US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch

Good

Callahan County, Texas · 3.25 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 080300043703006

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
625
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 91 years old, older 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 625 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 950 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 283
CrossesMexia Creek Branch
Location3.25 MI S of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 283
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35668, -99.38388
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic625 (2020)
Projected traffic950 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch carry?

About 625 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 283 over Mexia Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.