US 183 over Sparrow Creek
GoodGoliad County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of US 59 · Structure no. 160890015503006
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,527
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Sparrow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Sparrow Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 95 years old, older 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 5,527 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,738 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Sparrow Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US 183 over Sparrow 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 183 over Sparrow Creek carry?
About 5,527 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Sparrow Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Sparrow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.