US 283 over Indian Creek
FairColeman County, Texas · 2.65 MI N of US 84 · Structure no. 230420043705012
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 108 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 630
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 283 over Indian Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 283 over Indian Creek in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 100 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 630 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 670 by 2033. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 283 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is US 283 over Indian Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 283 over Indian Creek carry?
About 630 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 283 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 283 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.