US Bridges

US 183 over Black Creek

Good

Gonzales County, Texas · 5.10 MI SE of FM 3282 · Structure no. 130900015402024

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,759
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Black Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Black Creek in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 65 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 6,759 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,920 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesBlack Creek
Location5.10 MI SE of FM 3282
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates29.41041, -97.37491
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,759 (2020)
Projected traffic7,920 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure3
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 Black Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is US 183 over Black 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does US 183 over Black Creek carry?

About 6,759 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Black Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 183 over Black Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.