US 183 over Guadalupe River
FairGonzales County, Texas · 0.80 MI N of SH 97 · Structure no. 130900015401001
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,426 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,908
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 over Guadalupe River in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 91 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 10,908 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,271 by 2042. The structure is 1,426 ft (434.6 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 183 over Guadalupe River 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 Guadalupe River carry?
About 10,908 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 1,426 ft (434.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.