US 183 over Canoe Creek
FairGonzales County, Texas · 5.85 MI NW of US 90A · Structure no. 130900015302007
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,137
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Canoe Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 183 over Canoe Creek in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 102 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 7,137 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,992 by 2042. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Canoe Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 183 over Canoe 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 183 over Canoe Creek carry?
About 7,137 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Canoe Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Canoe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.