US 83 over Washita River
GoodHemphill County, Texas · 3.8 MI S of FM 3004 · Structure no. 041070003006008
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,945
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Washita River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 over Washita River in Hemphill County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,945 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,300 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 83 over Washita River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Washita River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Washita River carry?
About 1,945 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Washita River?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Washita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.