US 183 over Cuero Creek
FairDeWitt County, Texas · 4.60 MI S of FM 951 · Structure no. 130620015404015
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,317
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Cuero Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 183 over Cuero Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 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 4,317 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,970 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Cuero Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 183 over Cuero 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 183 over Cuero Creek carry?
About 4,317 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Cuero Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Cuero Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.