US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River
FairJones County, Texas · 0.80 MI SE of FM 1082 · Structure no. 081280003305031
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 252 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,003
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 69 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 5 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 7,003 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,340 by 2033. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River carry?
About 7,003 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 NB over Clear Fork Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.