US Bridges

US 183 over Little Sarco Creek

Good

Goliad County, Texas · 7.0 MI S of SH 239 · Structure no. 160890015504042

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,092
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Little Sarco Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 over Little Sarco Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 2,092 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,640 by 2039. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesLittle Sarco Creek
Location7.0 MI S of SH 239
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates28.53922, -97.3486
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,092 (2019)
Projected traffic2,640 by 2039
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 US 183 over Little Sarco Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 over Little Sarco 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 Little Sarco Creek carry?

About 2,092 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Little Sarco Creek?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over Little Sarco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.