CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River
PoorPosted for loadErath County, Texas · 3.5 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 020730AA0163001
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Orthotropic
- Steel
- Length
- 88 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 85
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River is a steel orthotropic carrying CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 85 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 85 by 2042. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River carry?
About 85 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River?
The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns CR 163 - Pct 4 over North Paluxy River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.