US Bridges

RM 783 over Stevens Creek

Good

Gillespie County, Texas · 6.25 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 140870113501010

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,718
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 783 over Stevens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 783 over Stevens Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 1,718 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,830 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesRM 783
CrossesStevens Creek
Location6.25 MI S of US 290
RouteState Highway 783
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21824, -99.23244
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,718 (2020)
Projected traffic1,830 by 2033
Trucks29%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 783 over Stevens Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 783 over Stevens Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does RM 783 over Stevens Creek carry?

About 1,718 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is RM 783 over Stevens Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RM 783 over Stevens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.