US Bridges

US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek

Fair

Gonzales County, Texas · 1.00 MI SE of SH 97 · Structure no. 130900015401003

Built
1924
101 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
66 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,783
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 101 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 6,783 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,820 by 2033. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 183
CrossesCross Timbers Creek
Location1.00 MI SE of SH 97
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyGonzales County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.46126, -97.43661
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,783 (2024)
Projected traffic11,820 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 183 over Cross Timbers 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek carry?

About 6,783 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over Cross Timbers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.