US Bridges

US 183 over Guadalupe River

Fair

DeWitt County, Texas · 1.16 MI S of Gonzales C/L · Structure no. 130620015403026

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
800 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,999
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 over Guadalupe River in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 5,999 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,560 by 2033. The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesGuadalupe River
Location1.16 MI S of Gonzales C/L
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates29.31495, -97.30383
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length800 ft (243.8 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,999 (2020)
Projected traffic8,560 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 183 over Guadalupe River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 over Guadalupe River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 183 over Guadalupe River carry?

About 5,999 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Guadalupe River?

The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over Guadalupe River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.